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By Jennifer Borget
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Animated journey with peril, mild language, drinking.
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Run, Tiger, Run!
What's the Story?
In RUN, TIGER, RUN!, 11-year-old Tiger (voiced by Hayley Nelson) is an orphan who dreams of joining the elite Travelguard—warriors who protect important deliveries across ancient China. Inspired by tales of a legendary fighter named Master Yang, Tiger wants to prove himself as a true hero. When a lucky chance lands him his first real mission, Tiger is surprised to find that his hero, Master Yang (voiced by Joseph), isn't the brave warrior he imagined—but instead a grumpy man who seems to want nothing to do with adventure. Still, the two must work together to make a dangerous delivery through enemy territory. Along the way, they face bandits, wild animals, and old secrets. Can Tiger stay brave and finish his mission? And can Yang rediscover the hero he used to be?
Is It Any Good?
Run, Tiger, Run! is a fast-paced animated adventure with lots of action and a few fun moments. While the film includes battles, chases, and magical surprises, it can be hard to stay fully engaged with the story at times. Some scenes are a bit confusing or rushed, and the humor doesn't always land, which could be due to cultural differences or translation issues.
The most interesting part is watching the bond grow between Tiger and Master Yang. Their relationship brings some warmth to the movie, even if the rest of the characters sometimes feel a little flat. Overall, Run, Tiger, Run! is fine for kids who enjoy martial arts stories or adventure quests, but it's unlikely to become a classic.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Master Yang seems like a failure at first, but proves that he's still brave and wise. What does Run, Tiger, Run! say about second chances?
Tiger looks up to Master Yang and wants to be just like him. What qualities do you think he admires? Do you have a role model or someone you look up to? What makes someone a positive role model?
How does this movie use action and adventure to share messages about friendship and trust?
Relate Master Yang's journey to personal growth to experiences in your own life. Have you ever faced challenges that led to a new outlook?
Movie Details
- In theaters : November 1, 2022
- On DVD or streaming : April 2, 2025
- Cast : Hayley Nelson , Nianci Shen , Joseph
- Directors : Stanley Tsang , Hongliang Niu , Joey Zou
- Inclusion Information : Asian Movie Director(s) , Chinese Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , Asian Movie Actor(s) , Asian Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Vision Films
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Activism ( Animal rights , Climate change ) , Adventures , Animals ( Wild Animals ) , Friendship , STEM ( Nature ) , Travel
- Character Strengths : Courage
- Run time : 90 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 6, 2025
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