As mentioned there are scary bits at the beginning & end but it wouldn't be a good story without them. Panda is a positive role model - whole family loves this movie
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Kung Fu Panda
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
Jack Black stars in appealing kid-friendly comedy.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Kung Fu Panda
Parents need to know that kids will definitely want to see this heavily promoted (including McDonald's Happy Meals) animated film -- which stars kid fave Jack Black as the voice of the main character, Po. And its humor and heartwarming story will appeal to grown-ups, too. The movie boasts positive messages about being who you are and believing in yourself, but it is martial arts-themed, so expect plenty of fast-paced battle scenes with kicks, punches, falls, and more. Even though they're animated, some sequences -- especially the one in which intimidating villain Tai Lung escapes from prison -- may be a little too scary for kindergartners and younger. Also, families who buy this on DVD as the "Pandamonium Double Pack" are also getting a cartoon short called Secrets of the Furious Five. See our review.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about Po's decision to follow his dreams and pursue martial arts greatness. Was he right? What makes Po different from the other heroes in the movie? What do they learn from him? And what does Po's ease with himself teach young viewers? What makes him such a great kung fu warrior?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Awesome Family Movie
- I rate this title on for age 3 and give it
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wonderful for kids who like karate
might make you crave peaches funny and entertaining
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Stupid, perfect for 2 year olds
This was the most STUPID, BORING animated movie ever! There is no point and it was like, how can you beat this tiger dude with a finger? And what even was with the scroll? Sure, 6 year olds like it but it's really stupid and pointless. Sorry cheesy-movie-lover fans.
- I rate this title iffy for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
good movie
a pretty good movie but lots of vilonce.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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funny movie with a really positive message
I have a very sensitive 5 yo, but she was fine with the Tai Lung "scary" scene. So much fun and enjoyable for our whole family (mom, dad, 5 yo, 2 yo).
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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A good and funny amimated story!!!
I liked this movie.I thought this movie was pretty funny and entertaining. This story is a good animated film that the family can enjoy. This has mostly comic martial arts action, and is for children ages 5- 6+. I gave this film a 4 out of 5 stars. I recommend this movie to kids who love animated films or to kids who like Jack Black. He is funny and sometimes( can be) inappropriate.
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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There is some crude humor. But very funny and good for kids.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
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The movie was awesome!!
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I love it!
It was a good movie. But, a little violent. The message is positive.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
Kung Fu Fighting...
This was such a funny movie! Very young kids may become a little frightened from the fight scenes. But is was very clean.
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Familiar but cute
Hey I'm 13 and I enjoyed this movie alot, though its underdog theme was overused. But the action I must say was sick and better than any crappy "action" movie that's out nowadays, where things are blown up, etc. Very original plot-wise, and very vivid animation. Bravo, Jack Black.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
cute, but too violent for younger children.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
My review on Kung Fu Panda
One of the better more interesting to watch animated movies, Kung Fu Panda is hysterical, and adorable. Po the loving, somewhat overweight panda dreams of being a kung fu master, suddenly his dreams come true when Ohway the old wise tortoise says he is the dragon warrior. Po is called fat,useless,and an embarrasment he is made fun of alot in the movie especially by Tigress (my favorite character), and Shifu. There is only one swear word used, but the violence although cartonnish is somewhat can be frightening for kids under 7 or 6. Tai Lung escapes from prison that scene is guranteed to scare sensitive kids. And Po is beaten alot not just by marcial arts, but by insults too.
- I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Great but Kinda Violent
I love this movie to death, but there's a bit of violence in it. There's lots of punching and kicking and, though comical, is kind of intense. Take some precautions before taking young children because I'm 12 and even I was shocked when I first saw how violent it was. Still - Seth Rogen and Jack Black are my main men! HILARIOUS!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Great message, not so great after effects...
Our five and eight year old boys loved the movie and ask to see it over and over again. One caution: if anyone doubts the influence of movies on kids behavior, come by our house after the movie is over. You'll find our kids "kung fuing" everything in sight. Still, it's a movie with a positive and inspiring message.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
A Funny but Average Family Comedy
KUNG FU PANDA is a fun film. It is not a model of good film making, and features average script and voice talents. But it's beautifully drawn and pretty funny. Violence is the only issue in the film. Animated characters are hit, punched, kicked, and thrown into all sorts of situations, some of which are threatening. The bad guy might be scary, but none of the violence passes the cartoon level.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
Too much for the little ones
Kung-Fu Panda is a fun movie and a great look into the stories Chines children grow up hearing. However, there is LOTS of heavy action and fighting, not to mention some pretty scary elements. The Furious Five have very intense fighting sequences but learn some important lessons along the way. The escape of Tai Lung was way to much for the very young. This movies is very visually stimulating. Those prone to visual over stimulation or seizures would do well to avoid this eyeful. Other than that, this is a cute story about learning to be happy with who we are.
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Fun, beautiful to see adventure
Much better than I expected. Funny, good story, decent characters.
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