Unlike many DTV sequels that recast major roles, Mulan 2 brought back the heavy hitters. Ming-Na Wen (Mulan), BD Wong (Shang), and the legendary Eddie Murphy (Mushu) all returned. Hearing Murphy’s rapid-fire, neurotic delivery as Mushu—who is terrified that Mulan’s marriage will end his "guardian dragon" status—is the film’s comedic highlight.

“How much do you want this?” she asked them directly.

“Not the treaty,” Mulan said. “The men you’re being sent to. Do you love them?”

replaced Eddie Murphy as Mushu. While Moseley’s performance was noted for its similarity to Murphy’s, the character's turn toward a more antagonistic role was poorly received. Animation: Reviewers from XPN Gaming

“What would you have me do?” he asked. “Start a war to prevent a peace?”