The Karate Kid Part II

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The Karate Kid Part II

PG

Released Jun 20, 1986

1h 53m

Drama

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After learning that his father is dying, karate master Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita) returns home to Okinawa, bringing his protege, Daniel (Ralph Macchio), with him. In Japan, Miyagi is surprised to discover that his old sweetheart, Yukie (Nobu McCarthy), has remained single. Meanwhile, Daniel is attracted to Yukie's niece, Kumiko (Tamlyn Tomita). But romance must be put on hold while Daniel and Miyagi deal with local bullies and long-harbored grudges.

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Critics Consensus

Like countless sequels, The Karate Kid Part II tries upping the stakes without straying too far from formula -- and suffers diminishing returns as a result.

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Gene Siskel

Chicago Tribune

There are scattered pleasures throughout the film due to its two lead performances, which are the equal of the work done in the original.

Rated: 2.5/4

Aug 12, 2020

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Paul Attanasio

Washington Post

It's hard to imagine a movie with more complete closure than Avildsen's original "Karate Kid,"... so there's no point to reviving the story, except to exploit a trademark.

Jan 4, 2018

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Variety Staff

Variety

Anyone over the age of 18 is liable to start fidgeting when Macchio dominates the action, but then viewers beyond that advanced age are irrelevant with this film.

Mar 26, 2009

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Dan Webster

Spokesman-Review (Washington)

The sense of innocence of the original film has been replaced by a melodramatic quest for "honor." But the occasional pointed quips that Morita's Miyagi delivers, which are humorous in delivery, yet profound it meaning, are more than enough compensation.

Rated: 3/4

Jul 27, 2024

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Ryan Murphy

Miami Herald

Kid ll is not comparable to its predecessor. It is stale and boring.

Rated: 1/4

Aug 17, 2021

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Jeremy Aspinall

Radio Times

The only interesting aspect of this by-the-numbers sequel is that the action is set largely in Japan.

Rated: 2/5

Aug 12, 2020

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super k

A Decent sequel with solid world building and mythology around the Karate Kid lore, with a solid performance by Pat Morita and Ralph Macchio once again. It is worth a watch. C+

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/20/25

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Edgar O

No sé compara a la primer película, tuvo mucho relleno, estuve esperando la pelea de los senseis, lo único entretenido fue cuando rescataron a la niña que estaba avisando de la tormenta y la pelea de Daniel.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

04/13/25

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Christian S

After just under a decade of Cobra Kai, this movie deserves the prequel watch it deserves in 2025. It is very entertaining and Ralph Machio did an excellent job.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/12/25

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Brandon S

The bar was set so very high and impossible to improve upon. That being said - this is a great sequel with genuine moments that build upon the original. Miyagi's backstory is fleshed out further than the 1 scene in the previous installment. And the way Daniel helps to reach catharsis with that stunning backdrop - may actually be the highlight of the trilogy. Very cheesy at times, but well worth a revisit, especially when watching them back to back.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/07/25

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Ed R

A decent sequel to a nostalgic series.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

03/06/25

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Tim M

While the franchise hasn't yet lost its poise, The Karate Kid Part II proves to be far less focused than the original.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/04/25

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John G. Avildsen

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Ralph Macchio

Daniel LaRusso

Pat Morita

Mr. Kesuke Miyagi

Martin Kove

Kreese

Nobu McCarthy

Yukie

Danny Kamekona

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Daniel's Daring Rescue

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Saving Sato

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Breaking the Ice

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Mr. Miyagi Fights

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - The Japanese Tea Ceremony

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Mr. Miyagi Says Goodbye

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Live or Die?

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Daniel vs. Chozen

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - No Mercy

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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Breathe In, Breathe Out

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Synopsis

After learning that his father is dying, karate master Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita) returns home to Okinawa, bringing his protege, Daniel (Ralph Macchio), with him. In Japan, Miyagi is surprised to discover that his old sweetheart, Yukie (Nobu McCarthy), has remained single. Meanwhile, Daniel is attracted to Yukie's niece, Kumiko (Tamlyn Tomita). But romance must be put on hold while Daniel and Miyagi deal with local bullies and long-harbored grudges.

Director: John G. Avildsen
Producer: Jerry Weintraub
Screenwriter: Robert Mark Kamen
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures Corporation
Rating: PG
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 20, 1986, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $112.1M
Runtime: 1h 53m
Sound Mix: Surround, Stereo

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