Kung Fu Panda (2008)

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When the Valley of Peace is threatened, lazy Po the panda discovers his destiny as the "chosen one" and trains to become a kung fu hero, but transforming the unsleek slacker into a brave warrior won't be easy. It's up to Master Shifu and the Furious Five -- Tigress, Crane, Mantis, Viper and Monkey -- to give it a try.

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Snake in the Eagle's Shadow
Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978)1
 The 36th Chamber of Shaolin
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978)2
 Love on Delivery
Love on Delivery (1994)3
 Kung Fu Hustle
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)4
 Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)5

→ Influenced

The Adventures of Jinbao
The Adventures of Jinbao (2012)6
 Legend of a Rabbit
Legend of a Rabbit (2011)7
 The Little Panda Fighter
The Little Panda Fighter (2008)8
 Chop Kick Panda
Chop Kick Panda (2011)9
 Kung Fu Rabbit
Kung Fu Rabbit (2011)10

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Influenced By

  1. Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978)
    "This film stars Jackie Chan as a janitor at a kung fu school who idolizes martial artists, mirroring Po's journey from admirer to warrior." How ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Conquered China – And China Conquered Hollywood New Lines Magazine
  2. The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978)
    "The training equipment in the Jade Palace's dojo was inspired by this film's depiction of rigorous martial arts training." How ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Conquered China – And China Conquered Hollywood New Lines Magazine
  3. Love on Delivery (1994)
    "A sequence where Po and Tai Lung tumble down the palace's staircase pays homage to a similar scene in this film." How ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Conquered China – And China Conquered Hollywood New Lines Magazine
  4. Kung Fu Hustle (2004)
    "The film's blend of comedy and martial arts action influenced the tone and style of "Kung Fu Panda."" Kung Fu Panda %28film%29 Wikipedia
  5. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
    "The film's artful martial arts sequences and use of color inspired the visual style of "Kung Fu Panda."" Kung Fu Panda %28film%29 Wikipedia

Influenced

  1. The Adventures of Jinbao (2012)
    "Also known as "The Adventures of Panda Warrior" in the United States, this Hong Kong animated film features a soldier transformed into a panda who embarks on a quest to save a kingdom. The film is noted for its similarities to the "Kung Fu Panda" franchise." The Adventures of Jinbao Wikipedia
  2. Legend of a Rabbit (2011)
    "Released in the U.S. as "Legend of Kung Fu Rabbit," this Chinese animated film follows a rabbit who becomes a kung fu master to save his village. The movie has been compared to "Kung Fu Panda" due to its thematic and stylistic parallels." Legend of a Rabbit Wikipedia
  3. The Little Panda Fighter (2008)
    "This Brazilian animated film tells the story of a panda janitor who aspires to be a martial arts champion. It has been criticized as a mockbuster of "Kung Fu Panda" because of its similar plot and characters." The Little Panda Fighter Wikipedia
  4. Chop Kick Panda (2011)
    "An American animated film about a panda named Lu who dreams of becoming a martial arts master. The movie has been labeled a knockoff of "Kung Fu Panda" and received negative reviews for its lack of originality." Chop Kick Panda Wikipedia
  5. Kung Fu Rabbit (2011)
    "Also known as "Legend of Kung Fu Rabbit," this film features a rabbit who trains in kung fu to protect his village. Its storyline and character development bear resemblances to "Kung Fu Panda."" Legend of a Rabbit Wikipedia