Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Kernel Score: 78% · 3,395 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Family, Action, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy
Released: 2024-03-02
Runtime: 94 minutes
Is Kung Fu Panda 4 worth watching?
Worth watching. A bright, quick sequel where Po must find a successor while facing a shape-shifting villain. It's the weakest of the series but still funny and busy enough to keep kids happy and adults mostly amused.
Watch it if you
- have kids who loved the earlier films
- like Jack Black's goofy energy
- want an easy animated comedy
Skip it if you
- expect the depth of the first film
- are tired of franchise sequels
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Kung Fu Panda 4
- Stream: Prime Video
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past.
Kung Fu Panda 4 parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Kung Fu Panda 4 is a PG animated martial-arts adventure comedy suitable for most families.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Cartoonish kung fu action and a villain create mild peril typical of a PG animated adventure.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Kung Fu Panda 4
If you liked Kung Fu Panda 4, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Kung Fu Panda (2008) — 83%: The original and best, with the right mix of heart and kung fu
- Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011) — 79%: A stronger follow-up with bigger action and a better villain
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) — 89%: Animated sequel with sharp humour and real emotional weight
- Shrek (2001) — 87%: Animated comedy with plenty of jokes for adults too
- Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) — 86%: Warm fantasy adventure with a strong action streak
- How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) — 87%: Animated sequel with thrilling action and real feeling
Director
Mike Mitchell
Cast
- Jack Black as Po (voice)
- Awkwafina as Zhen (voice)
- Viola Davis as The Chameleon (voice)
- Dustin Hoffman as Shifu (voice)
- Bryan Cranston as Li (voice)
- James Hong as Mr. Ping (voice)
- Ian McShane as Tai Lung (voice)
- Ke Huy Quan as Han (voice)
- Ronny Chieng as Fish (voice)
- Lori Tan Chinn as Granny Boar (voice)
Kung Fu Panda 4 FAQ
Is Kung Fu Panda 4 worth watching?
Worth watching. A bright, quick sequel where Po must find a successor while facing a shape-shifting villain. It's the weakest of the series but still funny and busy enough to keep kids happy and adults mostly amused.
Where can I watch Kung Fu Panda 4?
In the US you can stream Kung Fu Panda 4 on Prime Video and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Kung Fu Panda 4 OK for kids?
Kung Fu Panda 4 is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Kung Fu Panda 4 is a PG animated martial-arts adventure comedy suitable for most families.
What movies are like Kung Fu Panda 4?
If you liked Kung Fu Panda 4, try Kung Fu Panda, Kung Fu Panda 2, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and Shrek.