Karate Kid: Legends – Release Date, Cast, and Everything We Know (May 30, 2025)

The Karate Kid franchise is making a grand return with Karate Kid: Legends, set to hit theaters on May 30, 2025. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and written by Rob Lieber, this film is the sixth installment in the beloved martial arts saga and serves as a direct sequel to both the original Karate Kid films and the 2010 remake starring Jackie Chan. Featuring a mix of legendary actors and fresh faces, the movie promises to unite generations of fans in an exciting new chapter.

The Legacy Continues

Since its debut in 1984, The Karate Kid has remained a cultural phenomenon, spanning sequels, spin-offs, and the hit Netflix series Cobra Kai. Karate Kid: Legends is set three years after the final season of Cobra Kai (2018–2025) and aims to blend elements from:

✅ The original Karate Kid movies starring Ralph Macchio.

✅ The 2010 remake starring Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith.

✅ The Cobra Kai universe, bringing everything together in a single shared timeline.

Karate Kid: Legends – Full Cast

The film brings back iconic characters while introducing new ones:

• Jackie Chan as Mr. Han – The wise kung fu mentor from the 2010 Karate Kid film.

• Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso – The original Karate Kid, now an experienced sensei.

• Ben Wang as Li Fong – The film’s main protagonist, a young martial artist.

• Joshua Jackson as Victor – A mysterious new character, possibly an antagonist.

• Shaunette Renée Wilson as Ms. Morgan.

• Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen, Aramis Knight, Wyatt Oleff, and Jennifer-Lyn Christie in undisclosed roles.

Plot and What to Expect

While the official plot is still under wraps, Karate Kid: Legends will likely explore:

🥋 A New Student's Journey – Li Fong (Ben Wang) will take center stage, guided by Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso.

🔥 Bridging Generations – This film will merge karate and kung fu influences, acknowledging the legacy of both Macchio and Chan’s characters.

👊 High-Stakes Battles – Expect intense martial arts action, training sequences, and thrilling tournament-style fights.

💥 A Powerful New Villain? – With Joshua Jackson's Victor in the mix, fans speculate about a major antagonist.

Behind the Scenes & Production

• The film was officially announced in September 2022.

• Casting took place between November 2023 and April 2024.

• Filming occurred from April to June 2024, reportedly in China and the U.S..

• The movie is produced by Columbia Pictures with a $100 million budget.

Release Date & Final Thoughts

🎬 Karate Kid: Legends will be released in theaters on May 30, 2025, distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing.

With the return of Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, a new lead in Ben Wang, and a plot connecting multiple Karate Kid generations, this film is shaping up to be a must-watch for both longtime fans and newcomers.

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