Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Martial arts adventures have positive messages for kids.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 6+?
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Based on 20 kid reviews
Kids say this show is a nostalgic favorite that combines humor with positive messages, though some parents express concerns about its portrayal of violence and imitation of characters. Many appreciate the CGI and character development, while others suggest it might not be suitable for younger children due to the potential influence on behavior.
- nostalgia
- positive messages
- humor
- violence concerns
- character development
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
What's the Story?
KUNG FU PANDA: LEGENDS OF AWESOMENESS follows the continuing adventures of Dragon Warrior Po (voiced by Mick Wingert) and the Furious Five as they join forces to ensure continued tranquility in the Valley of Peace. Under the vigilant eye of their wise and patient master, Shifu (Fred Tatasciore), Po and his peers -- Tigress (Kari Wahlgren), Monkey (James Sie), Mantis (Max Koch), Crane (Amir Talai), and Viper (Lucy Liu) -- hone their skills to make sure they're ready for a rotating cast of villains who want to upstage the heroes.
Is It Any Good?
The much-loved warrior panda reprises his untraditional ways that simultaneously get under his cohorts' skin and somehow wind up saving the day time and time again. Po's uniqueness is what separates him from his peers and what raises this otherwise mediocre series to another level. He's a true underdog, and his nonconformist style serves a greater purpose than just comedy; it actually reminds viewers that it's OK to be different and that sometimes heroes come in the most unexpected packages.
Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness actually benefits from its 30-minute timeframe, since there's little time to make villains too scary and only minimal hand-to-hand combat. The brisk pace keeps the ball -- and the gags -- rolling, lightening the mood and downplaying the danger. The result is a kid-friendly show that packs some hearty messages about individuality, working as a team, and seeing past preconceptions.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about heroes. Is Po an admirable hero? Do his frequent mistakes make him less of one? How do he and his fellow masters complement one another's strengths? In what ways do people's differences strengthen teams?
Kids: What challenge do the characters have to overcome? How do they go about it? Would you do the same? Why or why not? What lessons do they learn from their experiences?
Have you seen the Kung Fu Panda movies? If so, did they inspire you to watch this show? Are you more likely to buy something with Po's face on it after seeing this show? What other movies would you like to see made into TV shows?
TV Details
- Premiere date : September 19, 2011
- Cast : Fred Tatasciore , Kari Wahlgren , Mick Wingert
- Network : Nickelodeon
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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