---
title: "Mulan"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mulan-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 10674
imdb_id: "tt0120762"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 10524
content_rating: "G"
---

# Mulan (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mulan-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mulan is a 1998 animated musical film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film is part of the Disney Animated Canon and draws from the ancient Chinese legend of Hua Mulan. When Imperial China mandates that one man from each family must serve in the military to defend against invading Huns, a young woman named Mulan takes her elderly father's place by disguising herself as a male soldier. Alongside her guardian dragon Mushu and a lucky cricket named Cri-Kee, she undergoes rigorous training and earns the respect of her fellow soldiers and Captain Shang. The film explores themes of identity, honor, and courage as Mulan confronts both external threats and internal struggles. It premiered in Los Angeles and was widely released in the United States in June 1998, receiving praise for its animation, storytelling, characters, and musical score. The voice cast includes Ming-Na Wen as Mulan and Eddie Murphy as Mushu.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young woman disguises herself as a soldier to save her father from the Imperial Army."

### Why Watch
- engaging coming-of-age story
- strong lead character

### Caveats & Content Note
- features intense battle sequences
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains action-adventure sequences and themes regarding military service and tradition.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, adventurous, inspirational, musical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tony Bancroft, Barry Cook
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Feature Animation, Walt Disney Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ming-Na Wen** as *Mulan (voice)*
- **Eddie Murphy** as *Mushu (voice)*
- **BD Wong** as *Shang (voice)*
- **Miguel Ferrer** as *Shan-Yu (voice)*
- **Harvey Fierstein** as *Yao (voice)*
- **Freda Foh Shen** as *Fa Li (voice)*
- **June Foray** as *Grandmother Fa (voice)*
- **James Hong** as *Chi Fu (voice)*
- **Miriam Margolyes** as *The Matchmaker (voice)*
- **Pat Morita** as *The Emperor (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this film based on a true story?
The film is based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Tony Bancroft and Barry Cook.

### Q: What is the protagonist's disguise name?
She disguises herself as a male soldier named Ping.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on June 19, 1998.

### Q: Who helps Mulan during her journey?
She is helped by her guardian dragon named Mushu.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mulan - Disney Movies](https://movies.disney.com/mulan)
- [Mulan (1998 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mulan_(1998_film))
- [Mulan (1998) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120762)
- [Mulan (1998) Full Movie - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwvWeN9ZqYoaPrEU8KvKCIRJkmFSy6-WI)
- [Mulan (1998 film) | Disney Wiki | Fandom](https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Mulan_(1998_film))
- [Watch Mulan | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/14607635)

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