Jackie Chan, playing a version of himself, travels to visit his old friend Hu Hu, the giant panda who was returned to the jungle after the events of the first film. When the two stumble upon a hidden primitive tribe, Hu Hu is hailed as a divine beast prophesied to save the tribe from an incoming disaster. As quirky warriors and magical leaders close in, Jackie has to protect Hu Hu while figuring out the secrets of this strange land. A family-friendly action-comedy sequel built around Chan's enduring stunt charm.
Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe (original title: Xiong Mao Ji Hua Zhi Bu Luo Qi Yu Ji) is a 2026 Chinese action-comedy adventure directed by Derek Hui and written by Keyang Pan. It is the sequel to Panda Plan (2024). Jackie Chan reprises his role as a fictionalised version of himself, joined by the returning giant panda Hu Hu. Action choreography is by Lyu Shi-jia, with production by Dora Long for Elight Pictures and Emei Film Group. The film was released theatrically in Asia on February 17, 2026, during the Lunar New Year window. Well Go USA Entertainment acquired North American distribution rights from Mandarin Motion Pictures and released the film in US theatres on April 17, 2026, after an earlier March 13 date was pushed back. Runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. For family audiences, fans of Jackie Chan's action-comedy work, and viewers who want a lighter all-ages adventure at the cinema.
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Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe (2026) follows Jackie Chan and lovable panda Hu Hu as they stumble into a hidden primitive tribe, where Hu Hu is hailed as a "divine beast" prophesied to save them from disaster.
Jackie must protect Hu Hu from quirky warriors and magical leaders while uncovering the tribe's secrets in a mix of laughs, action, and heartwarming adventure.
Derek Hui directs the 100-minute family comedy sequel to 2024's Panda PlanPanda Plan, starring Jackie Chan, Li Ma (Ma Li), Shan Qiao, and CGI panda Hu Hu.