Karate Kid: Legends - Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio return!

Karate Kid: Legends - Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio return!

New York, USA - On May 29, 2025, the new film "Karate Kid: Legends" celebrates its premiere. This film continues the successful history of the "Karate Kid" franchise, which began in 1984 with the first part and extends over several sequels and a remake. In this new adventure, the icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio focus again. As usual, Macchio embodies the role of Daniel Larusso, while Chan appears as uncle Han. The rest of the line-up includes Ben Wang as Li Fong, Ming-Na Wen as mother, Sadie Stanley as Mia and Aramis Knight as Conor Day, a kung fu champion, the character of which is put to the test in the plot.

The plot of "Karate Kid: Legends" follows Li Fong, who moves to New York after the death of his brother to learn from Uncle Han Kung Fu. Although he promises to fight his mother, he overcomes this decision and takes part in a martial arts tournament. Daniel Larusso is asked to support Li Fong in the preparations. Jackie Chan emphasizes that he had never disappeared from the scene, but only waited for the right script to return.

connection to previous parts and remake

The film cleverly connects elements of the classic “Karate Kid” saga with the remake of 2010, in which Jaden Smith played the leading role. Despite these links, the remake player does not matter in the film. Instead, "Karate Kid: Legends" offers flashbacks with Mr. Miyagi, which remind the spectators of the origins of the franchise. It is noteworthy that the story is based on the development of Li Fong in this film, while the figures take up Larusso and Han supporting roles.

Although the action of the film has predictability, it is described as family-friendly and contains both slapstick elements and combat scenes. However, critics criticize the lack of originality and tension. Despite these defects, the entire work is presented as entertaining and entertaining, with some aspects taking up the charm of the original films.

criticism and expectations

"KARATE KID: LEGENDS" aims to grasp the emotional depth of history, but is often referred to as a commercial project. Critics indicate that the narrative style is overloaded and less intimate, which leads to a decline in quality. The work is described as partially entertaining, but remains behind the expectations and leaves space for possible sequels without a final dissolution of the action.

The "Karate Kid" franchise, which was launched by Robert Mark Kamen, has had a significant cultural effect since its introduction in 1984. The film series focuses on young people who are taught by mentors in the martial arts and learn to defend themselves against bullying. To date, the films of the series have recorded over one billion dollars worldwide, which shows their persistent legacy and popularity. With “Karate Kid: Legends”, an attempt is made again to capture the magical formula of the first films, although the challenge of achieving the original shine is enormous.

More details on "Karate Kid: Legends" are in the articles of OE24 , iMdb and wikipedia