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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

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

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

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Cobra Kai creators explain how they included a major Karate Kid character in the final season: "We’re paying homage to a hero"

The karate kid needed "his final lesson"

Total Film

Ralph Macchio talks “paying the legacy forward” in the new Karate Kid movie: “It’s been the gift that keeps on giving”

Exclusive: Ralph Macchio talks Pat Morita, Cobra Kai, and the legacy of the Karate Kid franchise

Total Film

Karate Kid’s Ralph Macchio delighted as he receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The actor shot to stardom after playing Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid film trilogy

Evening Standard

Could 'Cobra Kai' fans get a Miyagi-focused prequel series? Here's what the show creators said

'Cobra Kai' co-creator Josh Heald discusses how they would handle a spin-off focused on the fan-favorite sensei

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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

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

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

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

"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

‘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

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