The film is all about an 11-year-old lazy boy, Raymond, who learns the meaning of hard-work after a magic gourd, Bailey, grants him anything he wants.

The Secret of the Magic Gourd is Disney's first CGI/animation full-length feature film produced for the Chinese mainland market.

[3] When an inquisitive 11 year old discovers a mythical, magical gourd while fishing, he has no idea of the trouble that lies at the end of his hook.

With the ability to grant any and every wish, The Magic Gourd attempts to make all of the boy's dreams come true, but instead succeeds in turning his world upside down.

Common Sense Media gave the film 3 out of 5 stars and the disclaimer: "Magical tale teaches moral lesson.