"Kung Fu Panda 3" is the third installment in the "Kung Fu Panda" film series, released in 2016. The film continues the adventures of Po, the Dragon Warrior, and is directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson and Alessandro Carloni. Once again, the main voice cast reprised their roles, with Jack Black as Po, Angelina Jolie as Tigress, Dustin Hoffman as Shifu, and others.
In this installment, Po discovers that he is not the last panda when his long-lost biological father, Li Shan, voiced by Bryan Cranston, reappears. Po travels with his father to a secret panda village where he meets other pandas, including Mei Mei (voiced by Kate Hudson). However, their reunion is cut short when a new villain, Kai, voiced by J.K. Simmons, threatens to defeat all kung fu masters and take their powers.
Po, now faced with the challenge of training his fellow pandas to become warriors, must also confront his own insecurities and unlock his true potential as the Dragon Warrior. The film explores themes of family, identity, and the importance of self-discovery.
"Kung Fu Panda 3" received positive reviews for its animation, humor, and heartwarming story. The movie successfully continued the franchise's tradition of blending action, comedy, and emotional depth. The "Kung Fu Panda" series as a whole has been praised for its ability to appeal to both children and adults, making it a beloved and successful animated film franchise.