'The Tiger's Apprentice' (2024) air date, plot, full cast, and is the fantasy movie worth watching
Movie name: The Tiger's Apprentice
Platform: Paramount+
Country of Origin: United States
Date of release: February 2, 2024
Genre: Animation/Action/Adventure
Runtime: 1 hour 39 mins
If you're looking for an action-packed adventure film in 2024, filled with some great animation, then look no further because 'The Tiger's Apprentice' is here to save the day.
'The Tiger's Apprentice' directed by Raman Hui is a fantasy movie based on the 2003 novel of the same title by Laurence Yep.
This movie is also set to have some very popular voices that you will recognize immediately, from Sandra Oh, to Henry Golding and Michelle Yeoh, amongst several others.
What is the plot of 'The Tiger's Apprentice'?
'The Tiger's Apprentice' is a fantasy movie that revolves around the life of a regular child, Tom Lee, whose life is about to turn upside down after he is made aware of his true purpose after the death of his grandmother.
The person who helps Tom realize not only his purpose but also his true potential is Mr Hu, the talking tiger, which makes Tom, Mr Hu's apprentice, fit in perfectly with the title.
There are several elements to 'The Tiger's Apprentice,' where you will witness a normal child learn ancient magic to become the new guardian of an ancient phoenix.
Who stars in 'The Tiger's Apprentice'?
Henry Golding as Mr Hu
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The talking tiger aka Mr Hu will be voiced by none other than Henry Golding. You might recognize Golding best from his work in 'Crazy Rich Asians', which was released back in 2018, and made this Malayasian actor popular worldwide.
Golding is also popularly known for his work in movies like 'Last Christmas' and 'Assasin Club,' and has also dabbled in television with projects like 'Surviving Borneo' and 'The Travel Show.'
Brandon Soo Hoo as Tom Lee
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The kid who is destined to protect in 'The Tiger's Apprentice' aka Tom Lee, will be voiced by Brandon Soo Hoo, who is not only an actor but also a martial artist.
Soo Hoo is best known for his work in the 2008 movie 'Tropic Thunder.' He has also appeared in movies like 'Everything Before Us,' and 'The Disappearance of Mrs Wu' amongst others, and will now be a part of the star-studded cast in 'The Tiger's Apprentice.'
Michelle Yeoh as Loo
The star-studded cast only gets better with the addition of Michelle Yeoh as the character Loo in 'The Tiger's Apprentice.' Yeoh has now become a household name after her performance in 'Everything Everywhere All At Once.'
Yeoh is also known for her work in movies like 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,' 'A Haunting in Venice,' and 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.'
Sandra Oh as Mistral
If you thought 'The Tiger's Apprentice' was going to stop at the stardom of Michelle Yeoh, think again because Sandra Oh is also a part of the cast when it comes to the upcoming fantasy movie.
Oh is best known for her work in TV series like 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Killing Eve,' but has also appeared in movies like 'Quiz Lady' and 'Umma.'
Is 'The Tiger's Apprentice' worth watching?
There is no doubt that 'The Tiger's Apprentice' will be one of the most popular animated movies of 2024, all thanks to a splendid plot, and a voice cast of some very well-known and brilliant actors.
A lot of the movie's positive critique and feedback will lie in the animation, which appears to be more than just top-notch!
Trailer of 'The Tiger's Apprentice'