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How to watch Karate Kid: Legends

Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan train a new karate kid in this sequel that is now playing. Here’s what you need to know on how to watch Karate Kid: Legends.

WhatToWatch · May 29, 2025

With 'Karate Kid: Legends,' Ben Wang is the 1st Asian American new 'Kid' on the block

It didn’t occur to Ben Wang right away that in taking on “Karate Kid: Legends,” he’d be the franchise’s first Asian American “Kid.”

The Independent UK · May 29, 2025

Jackie Chan on the return of the Karate Kid: ‘If I have to jump off a building, I need a stunt double now’

INTERVIEW: As a revival of the cult franchise hits cinemas, Louis Chilton speaks to the Hong Kong superstar, the original ‘Karate Kid’ Ralph Macchio and new ‘Kid’ Ben Wang about the legacy of the first film, dangerous stunts, and ageing as an action star

The Independent UK · May 27, 2025

The Karate Kid turns 40 this weekend—here's how to watch it on TV tonight

The '80s martial-arts flick The Karate Kid stars Ralph Macchio as a bullied SoCal kid and Pat Morita as the sensei who teaches him how to defend himself

WhatToWatch · Jun 22, 2024

Movies that had their ratings changed before Mary Poppins

Some other iconic movies saw their movie ratings changed in the UK, while in the US some big movies were re-edited for lower ratings.

WhatToWatch · Feb 27, 2024

New Karate Kid movie with Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan in the works

A global casting call from the two actors – looking for a new teenage star – suggests the separate strands of the series will be brought together

The Guardian - UK · Nov 22, 2023

7 best '80s movies to stream right now on Netflix, Max, Peacock and more

Rewatch or catch up on these iconic movies from the '80s, including ET, Karate Kid and The Goonies

Tom’s Guide · Nov 16, 2023

"LaRusso felt like someone I knew"

Ralph Macchio opens up about making "Cobra Kai" and the "soulful magic" of the movie that changed his life

Salon · Nov 2, 2022

‘Success is a seductive thing’: Ralph Macchio on life after the Karate Kid

Ralph Macchio assured himself of Hollywood immortality when he was cast in The Karate Kid, but then followed a long fallow spell. Now, at last, he’s back – and he wouldn’t have it any other way

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2022