In what year was Kung Fu Panda 3 released?

Kung Fu Panda 3 was released in 2016.

The third feature film continues Po’s adventures after the events of Kung Fu Panda 2. Jennifer Yuh Nelson and Alessandro Carloni directed the film, which introduces Kai, a powerful spirit warrior who returns from the spirit realm and threatens kung fu masters across China.

The story also brings Po together with Li Shan, his biological father. Po must learn more about his panda heritage while preparing a community of pandas to defend themselves. The film combines that family story with Po’s continuing role as a teacher and protector.

Kung Fu Panda 3 premiered in January 2016 in the United States. It was followed by Kung Fu Panda 4 in 2024, so the release year is useful for distinguishing the third film from the later sequel. Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, and other returning performers again voiced major characters.