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By Jennifer Borget
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Animated adventure with cartoon violence and drinking.
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Mulan Princess Warrior
What's the Story?
In MULAN: PRINCESS WARRIOR, Hua Mulan (voiced by Kim Mai Guest) is a talented fighter, known for her martial arts skills and strong will. During a mission to assassinate a rival prince, Mulan ends up meeting Arke (voiced by Alan Lee), a young warrior from the opposing side. As the two journey together and face dangerous enemies, they begin to grow close. But Mulan's commander isn't happy about her failure to complete the mission, and bigger conflicts begin to unfold. With the help of a new friend, Mulan must choose between following orders and doing what she believes is right—for her people and for herself.
Is It Any Good?
Mulan: Princess Warrior is full of exciting battles, fun music, and strong female leads. The animation looks a little outdated at times, but the fast-paced sword fights and a few surprising twists keep things interesting. One of the best parts is seeing not just one but two brave female warriors.
The movie skips over Mulan's backstory and jumps right into her life as a soldier, which works fine for viewers already familiar with her story. The romance is sweet (if a little cheesy), and the music helps add energy to some of the slower scenes. Some parts, like the final battle, go on a bit too long and may feel drawn out. Still, the messages about courage, unity, and following your own path give the story heart. While some scenes might be a little intense for younger viewers, older kids who enjoy martial arts adventures and stories about standing up for what's right will likely enjoy this version of Mulan.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how this movie is one of many versions of Mulan's story. How is this version similar to or different from others you've seen or heard? Why do you think this story keeps getting retold?
The movie talks about fighting for the right cause—not just the winning side. Why do you think that message is important? How can you tell if something is the "right cause"?
How does this movie use action and adventure to teach messages about friendship and trust?
Some characters in the movie changed their minds or actions over time. What does this say about second chances? Can people grow and change for the better?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : May 13, 2025
- Cast : Kim Mai Guest , Alan Lee , Vivian Lu
- Director : Leo Lewis Liao
- Inclusion Information : Asian Movie Director(s) , Chinese Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , Asian Movie Actor(s) , Multiracial Movie Actor(s) , Asian Movie Writer(s) , Chinese Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Level 33 Entertainment
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures
- Character Strengths : Courage
- Run time : 98 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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