Turning Red (2022)

Kernel Score: 79% · 5,699 ratings · Rated PG

Genres: Animation, Family, Comedy, Fantasy

Released: 2022-03-10

Runtime: 100 minutes

Is Turning Red worth watching?

Worth watching. A bright, funny and sincere story about a teenager who turns into a giant red panda when emotional. It's a sharp metaphor for puberty and family pressure. Some of the humour is teen-specific, but it's charming.

Watch it if you

  • like animated stories about growing up
  • enjoy colourful, energetic visuals
  • want a funny take on mother-daughter tension

Skip it if you

  • want a story with a tighter plot
  • dislike teen-focused humour

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Turning Red

  • Stream: Disney+
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

Thirteen-year-old Mei is experiencing the awkwardness of being a teenager with a twist – when she gets too excited, she transforms into a giant red panda.

Turning Red parents' guide: ages 8+

Parents need to know that Turning Red is a PG animated coming-of-age comedy dealing with puberty themes through a fantastical metaphor.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Turning Red

If you liked Turning Red, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • Bao (2018) — 85%: A short Pixar film from the same director.
  • Luca (2021) — 85%: Warm Pixar story about growing up and being different.
  • Soul (2020) — 90%: Heartfelt, funny Pixar story about identity.
  • Nimona (2023) — 88%: Shape-shifting outsider story with attitude.
  • Ratatouille (2007) — 89%: Warm, colourful animation about following a dream.
  • Klaus (2019) — 92%: A warm and witty animated film.

Director

Domee Shi

Cast

  • Rosalie Chiang as Meilin Lee (voice)
  • Sandra Oh as Ming (voice)
  • Ava Morse as Miriam (voice)
  • Hyein Park as Abby (voice)
  • Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as Priya (voice)
  • Orion Lee as Jin Lee (voice)
  • Wai Ching Ho as Grandma (voice)
  • Tristan Allerick Chen as Tyler (voice)
  • James Hong as Mr. Gao (voice)
  • Lori Tan Chinn as Auntie Chen (voice)

Turning Red FAQ

Is Turning Red worth watching?

Worth watching. A bright, funny and sincere story about a teenager who turns into a giant red panda when emotional. It's a sharp metaphor for puberty and family pressure. Some of the humour is teen-specific, but it's charming.

Where can I watch Turning Red?

In the US you can stream Turning Red on Disney+ and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Turning Red OK for kids?

Turning Red is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Turning Red is a PG animated coming-of-age comedy dealing with puberty themes through a fantastical metaphor.

What movies are like Turning Red?

If you liked Turning Red, try Bao, Luca, Soul and Nimona.