The Furious Five continue to protect the Valley of Peace alongside Po and Master Shifu, facing new challenges and adversaries.
In the “Kung Fu Panda” franchise, the Furious Five—Tigress, Monkey, Mantis, Viper, and Crane—are a group of elite kung fu warriors trained by Master Shifu at the Jade Palace. Throughout the series, they have faced numerous villains, including Tai Lung, Lord Shen, and Kai. Each member of the Furious Five has their own unique fighting style that corresponds with their animal attributes and personalities.
In the first film, the Furious Five are skeptical of Po, who is unexpectedly chosen as the Dragon Warrior. However, as the story progresses, they come to accept him after he proves his worth by defeating Tai Lung. In “Kung Fu Panda 2,” the group embarks on a mission to stop Lord Shen and his weapon that threatens kung fu itself. They face personal challenges and grow as a team, with Po discovering more about his past and embracing his role as the Dragon Warrior.
By the time of “Kung Fu Panda 3,” the Furious Five continue their adventures, this time facing a supernatural villain named Kai, who has been stealing the chi of kung fu masters across China. The Five, along with Po and an array of other characters, including Po’s long-lost father and a village of pandas, work together to overcome this new threat.
Throughout the series, the Furious Five also appear in various short films, TV specials, and the “Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness” television series. These additional stories further explore their backgrounds, character development, and the dynamics within the group. The Furious Five remain central figures in the “Kung Fu Panda” universe, symbolizing the strength and diversity of kung fu, as well as the importance of teamwork and friendship.