Official movie poster for Kung Fu Panda (2008), a action animation film

Kung Fu Panda(2008)

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7.3(12,964)1h 30m2008-06-04
ActionAnimationComedyFamily

Kung Fu Panda Synopsis

Chosen by prophecy but doubted by all, Po is an unlikely choice for the mystical title of the Dragon Warrior—a clumsy panda thrust into the world of kung fu as a deadly enemy threatens the Valley of Peace. Under reluctant guidance by Master Shifu and the Furious Five, Po must embrace who he is to unlock the power that no scroll can teach.

Kung Fu Panda (2008) is a action, animation, comedy and family film directed by Mark Osborne, released on June 4, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie and Ian McShane. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 12,964 ratings.

Director:
Mark Osborne
Writers:
Glenn Berger, Jennifer Yuh Nelson, Cyrus Voris
Producers:
Melissa Cobb
Cinematographer:
Yong Duk Jhun
Composer:
Hans Zimmer
Production:
DreamWorks Animation
Budget:
$130,000,000
Revenue:
$632,091,832
Status:
Released

Kung Fu Panda (2008) Trailer

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Kung Fu Panda Videos & Clips

Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Kung Fu Panda.

Kung Fu Panda | Official Trailer

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Kung Fu Panda - Official Trailer 2008 [HD]

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Po's Life Changed Forever - 4K Extended Preview

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Po's Biggest Challenge Yet - 4K Extended Preview

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Getting Cookies from the Top Shelf - Extended Preview

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Kung Fu Panda Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 12,964 ratings.

CinemaSerf

7/10

So the rather clumsy and inept "Po" has dreams of saving the world! His real job is working in a noodle bar where one day, maybe, he will learn the secret ingredient that gives their dishes that special flavour. Meantime, the ageing "Oogway", the most learned of creatures, has informed his stalwart lieutenant "Shifu" that he will soon have to defend their "Valley of Peace" from the vengeful "Tai Lung" who, though…

Reviewed on February 9, 2023

MannyD

Wow, what a surprise this was! It looked like the stupidest movie ever by the trailers. Bit then when you actually sit down and watch it, it's not only one if the funniest, but also one of the most mature, profound, intense, action packed films you'll ever see! The perfect example of a "Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover" movie. **Total Score: 9.5/10**

Reviewed on March 20, 2024

daniel_carr

8/10

This was a really great movie! Funny, good story and great characters. I really connected with this movie and I think many of us can relate so well done! With so many talented actors lending their voices to this it was a real treat as well.

Reviewed on January 28, 2026

tmdb51103537

9/10

DreamWorks Animation's Kung Fu Panda is a funny, action-packed animated martial arts movie all about Po, a clumsy panda voiced by Jack Black, being mistaken for the Dragon Warrior. The animation and music are also exceptional, capturing the Chinese setting brilliantly. I did, however, dislike that the movie made the Furious Five slightly mean-spirited and how Tai Lung, the main villain, was a bit inconsistent with…

Reviewed on February 22, 2026

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Kung Fu Panda – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Kung Fu Panda online?

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Kung Fu Panda (2008) is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.

Who stars in Kung Fu Panda?

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The main cast of Kung Fu Panda (2008) includes Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Ian McShane and Seth Rogen. The film was directed by Mark Osborne. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was Kung Fu Panda released?

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Kung Fu Panda was released on June 4, 2008 and runs for 1h 30m.

Is Kung Fu Panda worth watching?

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Kung Fu Panda (2008) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 12,964 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action, animation and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for Kung Fu Panda?

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