Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
Kernel Score: 86% · 7,199 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Family, Fantasy, Action, Adventure
Released: 2021-03-03
Runtime: 107 minutes
Is Raya and the Last Dragon worth watching?
Worth watching. A handsome Disney fantasy with strong action, a likeable heroine and a good message about trust. The plot is formula, but the world and the fight scenes are well made.
Watch it if you
- like fantasy adventure with real action
- want a female-led animated film
- enjoy dragons and Southeast Asian-inspired worlds
Skip it if you
- want a story that surprises you
- dislike a trust-and-unity message
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Raya and the Last Dragon
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people.
Raya and the Last Dragon parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Raya and the Last Dragon is a PG animated fantasy adventure about a warrior trying to reunite a divided land.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes fantasy sword and kung fu action sequences appropriate for a PG family film.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Raya and the Last Dragon
If you liked Raya and the Last Dragon, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) — 87%: Dragon fantasy with strong action and emotional weight.
- Mulan (1998) — 87%: Disney heroine who fights for her people in a warrior story.
- Wish Dragon (2021) — 86%: Wish-and-dragon fantasy with humor and heart.
- The Sea Beast (2022) — 82%: Big sea adventure with a bond between a hunter and a creature.
- Aladdin (1992) — 92%: Disney classic with magic, adventure and an engaging hero.
- Castle in the Sky (1986) — 93%: Sweeping animated adventure with a brave young hero.
Director
Carlos López Estrada
Cast
- Kelly Marie Tran as Raya (voice)
- Awkwafina as Sisu (voice)
- Gemma Chan as Namaari (voice)
- Alan Tudyk as Tuk Tuk (voice)
- Izaac Wang as Boun (voice)
- Benedict Wong as Tong (voice)
- Daniel Dae Kim as Benja (voice)
- Thalia Tran as Little Noi (voice)
- Sandra Oh as Virana (voice)
- Dichen Lachman as General Atitaya / Spine Warrior (voice)
Raya and the Last Dragon FAQ
Is Raya and the Last Dragon worth watching?
Worth watching. A handsome Disney fantasy with strong action, a likeable heroine and a good message about trust. The plot is formula, but the world and the fight scenes are well made.
Where can I watch Raya and the Last Dragon?
In the US you can stream Raya and the Last Dragon on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Raya and the Last Dragon OK for kids?
Raya and the Last Dragon is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Raya and the Last Dragon is a PG animated fantasy adventure about a warrior trying to reunite a divided land.
What movies are like Raya and the Last Dragon?
If you liked Raya and the Last Dragon, try How to Train Your Dragon 2, Mulan, Wish Dragon and The Sea Beast.