Summary
- Kung Fu Panda 4's Rotten Tomatoes score debuted at 73%, the lowest in the franchise's history.
- The franchise has consistent excellence, with previous scores above 80%, setting a high standard.
- Critics praise the animation and voice acting in Kung Fu Panda 4, but it may lack the wit and warmth of its predecessors.
The Kung Fu Panda 4 Rotten Tomatoes score marks a low for the franchise. The fourth film in the animated franchise follows Po who, set to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, must find his replacement as the Dragon Warrior while fending off a foe called The Chameleon. The Kung Fu Panda 4 cast features Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, James Hong, Bryan Cranston, and Ian McShane reprising their roles, with Awkwafina, Ke Huy Quan, Ronny Chieng, Lori Tan Chinn, and Viola Davis debuting as new characters.
As critics share their reviews ahead of the Kung Fu Panda 4 release date, the film's Rotten Tomatoes score has been revealed. The fourth film's score has debuted at 73%, marking a low for the franchise. At the time of writing, the score is based on just over 50 reviews, so it is expected to fluctuate slightly over time.
Where To Watch Kung Fu Panda 4: Showtimes & Streaming Status
The Kung Fu Panda franchise is finally back, and there are different options for where to watch Kung Fu Panda 4 in theaters or on streaming.
How Kung Fu Panda 4's Rotten Tomatoes Score Compares To The Franchise (& Why It's The Lowest)
Kung Fu Panda 4's Rotten Tomatoes score still has a chance of becoming Certified Fresh, meaning it has a critics' score of 75% or higher and a minimum of 80 reviews, though it will likely remain the lowest score compared to the high standard of excellence set by the Kung Fu Panda franchise, with each film earning a score above 80%. The first Kung Fu Panda film kicked off the franchise with an 87% score, which is tied for the franchise high with 2016's Kung Fu Panda 3. Released in 2011, Kung Fu Panda 2's score dipped slightly to 81%.
Title |
Critic Score |
Audience Score |
|---|---|---|
Kung Fu Panda (2008) |
87% |
83% |
Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011) |
81% |
74% |
Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) |
87% |
79% |
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024) |
73% |
– |
The Kung Fu Panda franchise also includes three television series and four short films, though none of them have enough reviews to qualify for a Rotten Tomatoes score.
The Kung Fu Panda 4 reviews have been mostly positive with many critics, similar to past installments, praising the animation, voice acting, and character development. However, the reason why Kung Fu Panda 4's Rotten Tomatoes score marks a low for the franchise could be because, as Christy Lemire writes for RogerEbert.com, is that the fourth film "lacks both the delicate artistry and warm wit of its predecessors." With Kung Fu Panda 4 now playing in theaters, audiences can see the film and form their own opinions.
Kung Fu Panda 4 was released in theaters on March 7.
Source: Rotten Tomatoes
Kung Fu Panda 4
- Release Date
- March 8, 2024
- Runtime
- 94 Minutes
- Director
- Mike Mitchell, Stephanie Stine
Cast
WHERE TO WATCH
Kung Fu Panda 4 is the fourth film in the animated martial arts adventure franchise. The film will see Po leave his home and enter the city to search for his future Dragon Warrior replacement while dealing with a dangerous shapeshifting foe known as The Chameleon.
- Franchise(s)
- Kung Fu Panda
- Studio(s)
- DreamWorks Animation
- Distributor(s)
- Universal Pictures
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