The Panda Story (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1988, The Panda Story is a drama and family film directed by Taku Shinjo, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Kayo, a zookeeper, dreams of raising a panda one day. However, she soon decided to study abroad in China, and her dream came true. As soon as Kayo arrived in Sichuan Province, she met a boy named Ryuryu, and together they helped save an injured panda cub. The panda cub regained his strength and was named Hua Hua, but one day he went missing...
Who’s in it. The Panda Story stars Ken Utsui, Yuriko Hoshi, Chen Rui and Ken Mitsuishi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Panda Story has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Panda Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Panda Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Panda Story (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Panda Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Panda Story worth watching?
- The Panda Story holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Panda Story?
- The Panda Story stars Ken Utsui, Yuriko Hoshi, Chen Rui, Ken Mitsuishi and Eisaku Shindo.
- When was The Panda Story released?
- The Panda Story was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.