Overview
A clumsy panda embarks on a quest to confront his dark past and save his homeland.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Mild
- witty
- energetic
- heartfelt
- family movie night
- animated action marathon
What critics said
Critics broadly found the sequel a visually dazzling and emotionally deeper family adventure whose familiar story is elevated by action, comedy, animation, and Gary Oldman's villainous voice performance.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Po's investigation into his infancy and the return of Lord Shen connect personal recollection to the main mission.
Lord Shen's campaign of conquest is opposed by Po's discovery that emotional balance is essential to defeating him.
The film addresses Po's violent childhood history and psychological distress while remaining suitable for all ages and packed with humor.
Critics specifically praised the dynamic 3D fights and Lord Shen's fan-tailed, balletic fighting style.
Films like Kung Fu Panda 2, and why
Kung Fu Panda
animated martial arts adventure combining comic animal heroes, colorful action, and themes of self-discovery
How to Train Your Dragon 2
family-friendly animated action with an unlikely hero, ensemble camaraderie, and visually elaborate combat
The Incredibles
stylized animated adventure featuring animal characters, comedic energy, and a chosen-hero journey
Movie Details
- Director
- Jennifer Yuh Nelson
- Release Date
- 2011-05-25
- Runtime
- 91 min
- Rating
- 7.1 / 10 (8161)
Cast
- Jack Black
- Angelina Jolie
- Dustin Hoffman
- Gary Oldman
- Jackie Chan
- Lucy Liu
- Seth Rogen
- David Cross
- Michelle Yeoh
- James Hong
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Kung Fu Panda 2 about?
- Po must master inner peace and confront the secrets of his infancy when a ruthless peacock threatens China with an unstoppable weapon.
- What is Kung Fu Panda 2 like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Kung Fu Panda 2 as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Kung Fu Panda 2 violent?
- Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Kung Fu Panda 2 as mild.
- What did critics think of Kung Fu Panda 2?
- Critics broadly found the sequel a visually dazzling and emotionally deeper family adventure whose familiar story is elevated by action, comedy, animation, and Gary Oldman's villainous voice performance.
- Which films are like Kung Fu Panda 2?
- Films with a similar feel include Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon 2, and The Incredibles.
- How long is Kung Fu Panda 2?
- Kung Fu Panda 2 runs 91 minutes.
- Where can I watch Kung Fu Panda 2?
- In United States, Kung Fu Panda 2 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
