Pretty. Tough
Pretty. Tough.
Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior is a 2006 Disney Channel Original Movie from John Laing. It is the story of an average, popular American teenager named Wendy Wu who discovers that in order to win the coveted crown she must first learn the way of the warrior. Wendy Wu has a one track mind, and that track leads directly to the title of homecoming queen -- no unscheduled stops, and no unnecessary detours. When a mysterious Chinese monk named Shen arrives to mold Wendy into a fearless kung fu warrior, however, her royal aspirations suddenly jump the track as she desperately attempts to juggle her boyfriend, her homework, and of course, the fierce competition to become homecoming queen. Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.
At a Glance
Full titleWendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior
Also known asDisney Channel Original Movie
CountryUnited States
DirectorJohn Laing
Based onOriginal screenplay
Release2006
Why Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior is a DCOM favorite
Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.
It is the story of an average, popular American teenager named Wendy Wu who discovers that in order to win the coveted crown she must first learn the way of the warrior. Wendy Wu has a one track mind, and that track leads directly to the title of homecoming queen -- no unscheduled stops, and no unnecessary detours. When a mysterious Chinese monk named Shen arrives to mold Wendy into a fearless kung fu warrior, however, her royal aspirations suddenly jump the track as she desperately attempts to juggle her boyfriend, her homework, and of course, the fierce competition to become homecoming queen. Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.
Brenda Song and Shin Koyamada lead the cast in John Laing's 2006 Disney Channel movie — a title that defined the channel for a generation of viewers.
An American teen discovers she is a Chinese warrior.
An American teen discovers she is a Chinese warrior
John Laing directed Wendy Wu:
John Laing directed Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior.
Brenda Song stars as Wendy Wu
Brenda Song stars as Wendy Wu.
Disney Channel Original Movie
A Disney Channel Original Movie.
Story
An American teen discovers she is a Chinese warrior
01
The premise
It is the story of an average, popular American teenager named Wendy Wu who discovers that in order to win the coveted crown she must first learn the way of the warrior. Wendy Wu has a one track mind, and that track leads directly to the title of homecoming queen -- no unscheduled stops, and no unnecessary detours.
02
The payoff
When a mysterious Chinese monk named Shen arrives to mold Wendy into a fearless kung fu warrior, however, her royal aspirations suddenly jump the track as she desperately attempts to juggle her boyfriend, her homework, and of course, the fierce competition to become homecoming queen. Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
Pretty. Tough.
John Laing directed Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior.
Brenda Song stars as Wendy Wu.
A Disney Channel Original Movie.
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What is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior about?
It is the story of an average, popular American teenager named Wendy Wu who discovers that in order to win the coveted crown she must first learn the way of the warrior. Wendy Wu has a one track mind, and that track leads directly to the title of homecoming queen -- no unscheduled stops, and no unnecessary detours. When a mysterious Chinese monk named Shen arrives to mold Wendy into a fearless kung fu warrior, however, her royal aspirations suddenly jump the track as she desperately attempts to juggle her boyfriend, her homework, and of course, the fierce competition to become homecoming queen. Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.
Who directs Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior?
John Laing directed the film.
How long is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior?
Approximately 91 min.
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