Karate Kid: Legends

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Karate Kid: Legends

PG-13

May 2025

1h 34m

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Karate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown.

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Critics Consensus

Leaning heavily on the nostalgic appeal of Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio's return to the Karate Kid franchise, Legends could be more disciplined with its technique but still lands some crowd pleasing strikes.

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Audience Says

With fun choreography that blends Kung Fu and Karate, and a moving story that weaves the old and the new, Karate Kid: Legends makes for a winning entry in the franchise.

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

Oct 8

While the film hits all the expected story beats and throws all the right punches, they somehow fail to connect. What’s lacking, as the Han and Dan “Sensei” double act points out in each interminable training montage, is the element of surprise.

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Wenlei Ma

The Nightly (AU)

Jun 20

3/5

Karate Kid: Legends sits at this intersection of something that effectively taps into the nostalgia of the franchise, evokes the warm-and-fuzzies, serves up an enjoyable experience, even if you know that it’s not a great movie.

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Karl Quinn

Sydney Morning Herald

Jun 5

3/5

...Karate Kid: Legends offers little by way of innovation and plenty by way of giving the people what they want. It’s derivative, corny and, in its utterly predictable way, great fun.

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Jeffrey Lyles

Lyles' Movie Files

Oct 11

7.5/10

An interesting aspect of Karate Kid Legends is how it opens up the possibility for future films starring Li or more of an anthology series with a new protagonist each film.

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Sarah Gopaul

Digital Journal

Oct 8

There are some bumps in the narrative, but it’s an endearing picture that brings fun back to the film franchise.

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Jeremy Aspinall

Radio Times

Sep 19

2/5

All the familiar beats are present but this yarn moves at such a lick, even at a mere 90 minutes, that the formula is diluted to the barebones, and lacks the soul and emotional heft of previous outings.

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Isaac S

Nov 8

Great Movie it was what I expected. I do wish the speed at which the movie progressed went slower I would have liked it to be two movies to add more depth.

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Fandango Customer C

Oct 25

Great addition to the franchise!

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DJ

Oct 3

it was nostalgic, it tugged on my heart strings

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Timeka

Sep 23

Really Enjoyed this movie.

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Tony T

Aug 18

Enjoyed it! Didnt think the Daniel character was needed felt forced. But a cool way to introduce a a new Karate Kid legacy for more movies.

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Byron B

Aug 8

She give Miyagi 1st crab...highly recommend!!!!

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Victor’s Big Boxing Match

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Li Fong’s Brother’s Death

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Training - Li Fong Trains Victor

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Beat Up By A High Schooler (Embarrassing)

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Conor Bullies Li Fong

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Jackie Chan & Daniel Russo Train Li Fong

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - The 5 Boroughs Fighting Tournament!

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Daniel Trains The Tiger Trap

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Karate Kid: Legends: Official Clip - Li Fong vs. Conor: Final Showdown

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Synopsis

Karate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown.

Director: Jonathan Entwistle
Producer: Karen Rosenfelt
Screenwriter: Rob Lieber
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures, Sunswept Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Martial Arts Violence)
Genre: Action, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 30, 2025, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 8, 2025
Box Office (Gross USA): $52.4M
Runtime: 1h 34m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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