Beloved Jack Black Action Sequel Is Prime Video’s New Streaming Hit

Jack Black’s return in a fan-favorite action sequel is making waves on streaming, quickly becoming one of Prime Video’s most-watched titles. The film’s recent surge in popularity has sparked renewed interest across platforms as viewers revisit the animated adventure.

Kung Fu Panda 4 is knocking out all streaming competition

Kung Fu Panda 4 is currently dominating streaming platforms, securing top spots on Netflix and Amazon Prime. According to FlixPatrol, the film ranked #1 in the United Kingdom and #2 in Ireland on Netflix as of February 2, 2026, with an average ranking of 1.5. On Amazon Prime, the film held top 3 positions across 16 countries, including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico. As of February 2, it averaged a rank of 3.4.

The film’s digital performance follows its theatrical success. Kung Fu Panda 4 grossed $547.7 million worldwide on an $85 million budget, making it the ninth-highest-grossing film of 2024. Kung Fu Panda 4 premiered in Los Angeles on March 3, 2024, and hit U.S. theaters on March 8. Peacock began streaming the film on June 21, 2024, before it moved to Netflix on October 21, 2024.

Mike Mitchell directed the film, with Stephanie Ma Stine serving as co-director. The story centers on Po as he prepares to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace and trains Zhen to succeed him. Viola Davis voices the villain, The Chameleon, a shape-shifter who absorbs kung fu abilities. Jack Black returns as Po. The cast also includes Bryan Cranston, Dustin Hoffman, and James Hong.

DreamWorks confirmed that The Chameleon was its most complex animated character, built with 8,130 individual controls. The film’s trailer garnered 142 million views within 24 hours of release, making it the most-viewed trailer for a Universal animated film. Kung Fu Panda 4 received a CinemaScore of “A−” and holds a 71% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 164 reviews. At the 52nd Annie Awards, the film earned three nominations including Best Animated Feature.

Source: Comingsoon.net