Peacock has announced thatKung Fu Panda 4will be entering its streaming platform later this month. The Dreamworks filmdominated the global box officesince its release back in March 2024 andhas over half a billion worldwide, making it thesixth-biggest Hollywood animated movie of the post-pandemic era. Now, the animated feature will be available to be viewed at home, for those who want to watch Po’s next kung fu adventure at their own convenience.
According toDeadline,Kung Fu Panda 4’s streaming release is only exclusive to Peacock, and it will be available beforeKung Fu Panda 3enters the streaming platform. In preparation forKung Fu Panda 4’s release, the firstKung Fu Pandamovie will also be available on the streaming platform on June 6.
Kung Fu Panda 4starsJack Blackas Po, a panda who’s also the dragon warrior. Also reprising their roles for the film includeDustin Hoffmanas Master Shifu,James Hongas Mr. Ping, andBryan Cranstonas Li Shan. The film also introduced new cast members to the franchise, likeAwkwafina,Viola Davis, andKe Huy Quan.
‘Kung Fu Panda’s Success Story
Kung Fu Pandais a Dreamworks animated franchise that was first released in 2008. The film follows Po, a panda who has a passion for kung fu. During the events of the first film, it was revealed that he was the Dragon Warrior that the Valley of Peace has been waiting for. As the films progress, Po’s story expands, from his adoption to learning who his biological parents are. At the same time, his skills in kung fu grow and evolve as he continues his duties as the dragon warrior.
Aside from the films,Kung Fu Pandareleased a handful of television shows, such asKung Fu Panda: Legend of Awesomeness,Kung Fu Panda: The Paws of Destiny,andKung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight.Legends of Awesomenesswon numerous Daytime Emmy Awards in 2012, including “Outstanding Sound Editing – Animation” and “Outstanding Casting for an Animated Series or Special”. It was also nominated for a PrimeTime Emmy Award for “Outstanding Animated Program.”
TheKung Fu Pandafilms were very successful, as the first and second installments were nominated for “Best Animated Feature” during the Academy Awards. Meanwhile, this film franchise has reportedly grossed over $2.3 Billion worldwide. As of writing,Kung Fu Panda 4is only nominated for the 2024 Kids Choice Awards, and it’s yet to be announced if it will be considered for an Academy Nomination.
Kung Fu Panda 4will skadoosh its way to Peacock on August 01, 2025.
Kung Fu Panda 4
After Po is tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he needs to find and train a new Dragon Warrior, while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon all the master villains whom Po has vanquished to the spirit realm.
