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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.
'Karate Kid: Legends' has made $2.3 million in previews and is projected to earn between $25-30 million in its opening weekend, with a production budget of $45 million. The film features returning stars Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, along with new actor Ben Wang. Meanwhile, Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' remake continues to dominate the box office, and 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' is also competing. Additionally, the horror film 'Bring Her Back' opens this weekend.
Ralph Macchio insisted that the release of 'Karate Kid: Legends' be delayed until after the conclusion of 'Cobra Kai' to avoid confusing fans and to capitalize on the series' ending, leading to its new release date in May 2025. The film connects the original franchise with Jackie Chan’s 'The Karate Kid' and explores the legacy of Miyagi-Do Karate, with Macchio reflecting on his evolving role from student to sensei and the importance of carrying the franchise forward.
Ben Wang, a Northfield-born actor, stars in 'Karate Kid: Legends' and has worked with stars like Jackie Chan and Michelle Yeoh, reflecting his journey from childhood in Minnesota to Hollywood success, inspired by his love for movies and cultural assimilation.
Ralph Macchio discusses the end of "Cobra Kai" and his involvement in Coldplay's music video for their song "The Karate Kid." As the series concludes, Macchio reflects on his career, including his upcoming star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame near his late co-star Pat Morita's plaque. He also hints at future projects, including reprising his role as Daniel LaRusso in "The Karate Kid: Legends" alongside Jackie Chan, and expresses interest in directing and exploring new characters beyond the "Karate Kid" universe.
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.
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."
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.
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.
Sony Pictures has announced that a new installment of "The Karate Kid" franchise will go into production soon, featuring Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan. Macchio, who played the titular character in the first three movies, and Chan, who took over the role of the martial arts master in the 2010 reboot, appeared in a YouTube video to announce the film and launch a casting search for the next young star. The new movie is set to premiere in theaters on December 13, 2024, marking the 40th anniversary of the original "Karate Kid."
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.
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.
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.
Ralph Macchio reflects on his experience making the iconic film "The Karate Kid." Initially skeptical of the title, Macchio quickly became invested in the role of Daniel LaRusso, a young boy defending his roots in a new town. He formed a strong bond with Pat Morita, who played Mr Miyagi, Daniel's mentor. Macchio had limited martial arts experience but trained in Okinawan Gōjū-ryū karate for the film. The movie's premiere was met with an enthusiastic audience response, with people even mimicking the famous crane kick. The film's creator, Robert Mark Kamen, drew inspiration from his own experiences in karate and aimed to capture the emotion and the ideal teacher-student relationship.