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Originally Published 7 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Ralph Macchio embraces his iconic role as Daniel LaRusso, acknowledging the franchise's joy-bringing legacy despite typecasting challenges, and discusses his career, personal life, and future projects including 'Karate Kid: Legends' and potential Cobra Kai movies.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Vulture
Karate Kid: Legends is a largely uninspired sequel that relies heavily on nostalgia, featuring familiar characters and setups but lacking in originality, character development, and engaging fights, making it a disappointing addition to the franchise.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Gizmodo
The article ranks the Karate Kid film series from the original 1984 classic to the 2025 film, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each installment, and also acknowledges the impact of the Cobra Kai series, which surpasses the movies in popularity but is not included in the ranking of films.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Plugged In
Karate Kid: Legends is a PG-13 martial arts film that follows Li, a young kung fu practitioner, as he navigates violence, friendship, and a karate tournament in New York City, emphasizing themes of help, tradition, and overcoming adversity, with some violence, language, and romantic elements.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
The creators of 'Cobra Kai' discuss the second part of the final season, which sets up the series conclusion with intense rivalries and a major death. The storyline involves the Miyagi-Do and Cobra Kai teams facing off against Terry Silver's Iron Dragons at the Sekai Taikai Tournament. The creators hint at potential spinoffs and emphasize the series' exploration of themes like hatred and redemption. The final five episodes, set to release in February 2025, promise to resolve ongoing storylines and character arcs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Ming-Na Wen has joined the cast of Sony's new "Karate Kid" film, alongside Ben Wang, Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, Joshua Jackson, and Sadie Stanley. The details of Wen's role are currently undisclosed, and the movie, directed by Jonathan Entwistle and written by Rob Lieber, is set for release on Dec. 13, 2024. The "Karate Kid" franchise has been successful globally, and Wen, known for her roles in "The Book of Boba Fett" and "Hacks," was honored as a Disney Legend in 2019. She is also set to star in the film "Peachville" with Paul Giamatti and Simon Pegg.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Sadie Stanley, known for her role in Freeform's Cruel Summer, has been cast as the romantic lead in Sony Pictures' upcoming Karate Kid installment, alongside Ben Wang, Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and Joshua Jackson. The new film will bring the story to the East Coast and focus on a teen from China finding strength through martial arts and mentorship. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the movie is set for release on Dec. 13, 2023. Stanley, a rising actress, has previously starred in various TV shows and films, including the live-action Kim Possible TV movie and Romano's directorial debut, Somewhere in Queens.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Sony Pictures has chosen Ben Wang to star in the upcoming Karate Kid movie, alongside Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio. The plot is set on the East Coast and follows a Chinese teen who discovers strength and guidance through martial arts. The film, directed by Jonathan Entwistle and scripted by Rob Lieber, is scheduled for release on Dec. 13, 2024. Wang, known for his role in the Disney+ series American Born Chinese, will take on the lead role.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Ben Wang, known for his role in "American Born Chinese," has been cast as the lead in Sony's new "Karate Kid" movie after a global search. The film will reunite Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio in their iconic roles, with plot details still under wraps. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and set for release on Dec. 13, 2024, the movie aims to continue the success of the "Karate Kid" franchise and its spinoff series "Cobra Kai."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Ben Wang, known for his role in the Disney+ series American Born Chinese, has been cast as the lead in Sony Pictures' latest installment of the Karate Kid franchise. The new film will feature Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio reprising their iconic roles and will focus on a teen from China finding strength and direction through martial arts and a wise mentor. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the movie is set for release on Dec. 13, 2024, and has generated significant buzz following a global casting search.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Sony Pictures' open casting call for the lead role in the new Karate Kid film has received over 10,000 submissions from around the world. The search is on for a Chinese or mixed-race Chinese actor between the ages of 15-17 who is skilled in martial arts and has conversational Mandarin skills. The film, set to be released in December 2024, will bring together Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio for the first time in the franchise.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan have announced that they will be starring in a new Karate Kid movie, which will fuse and continue the mythology of the original franchise with the 2010 reboot. The creative team is currently searching for a Chinese actor to play the titular role. This announcement comes as the popular Netflix series Cobra Kai is set to return for its sixth and final season. Macchio expressed his desire for the next Karate Kid movie to enhance the story and continue the growth of the Karate Kid universe and fandom.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio will star in a new "Karate Kid" movie set in the martial arts franchise, with Macchio reprising his role as Daniel LaRusso and Chan returning as Mr. Han. The plot details are unknown, but Macchio has kept the character of Daniel alive through the hit Netflix series "Cobra Kai." The announcement was made in a video where Chan and Macchio launched a global casting search for a new karate kid to lead the movie. The "Karate Kid" franchise has become a beloved sports saga, spawning the successful "Cobra Kai" series and earning over $430 million at the global box office.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are set to reprise their popular characters in a new installment of the Karate Kid franchise, directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The film will fuse and continue the mythology of the original franchise, focusing on a teen from China who finds strength and direction through martial arts and a tough mentor. Sony Pictures is planning for a December 2024 release date, with a global search underway for a Chinese actor to play the title character.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are set to reprise their roles in Sony Pictures' upcoming installment of the Karate Kid franchise. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the untitled film aims to fuse and continue the mythology of the original movies. The plot will focus on a Chinese teenager who finds strength and guidance through martial arts and a wise mentor. The movie is scheduled for release on December 13, 2024, and will bring the story to the East Coast. The Karate Kid franchise gained renewed popularity with the success of the Cobra Kai series, and this new film aims to expand the Miyagi-verse.