Karate Kid: Legends
Diretto da Jonathan EntwistleDopo una tragedia familiare, il ragazzo prodigio del kung fu, Li Fong (Ben Wang), è costretto a lasciare la sua casa di Pechino e a trasferirsi a New York con la madre. Li Fong cerca di liberarsi del suo passato e integrarsi con i suoi nuovi compagni di classe. Malgrado non voglia combattere, i guai sembrano raggiungerlo ovunque: infatti, per aiutare un suo nuovo amico in difficoltà, è costretto a partecipare a una gara di karate. Tuttavia, le sue abilità non bastano. A questo punto, l'insegnante di kung fu di Li Fong, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), chiede aiuto al primo “Karate Kid”, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). Il ragazzo imparerà un nuovo modo di combattere fondendo gli stili dei due maestri in uno solo per la resa dei conti nelle arti marziali.
Karate Kid: Legends Ratings e Recensioni
- Joel16 maggio 2025The Karate Kid, but worse! Tons of problems but the TikTok best hits esque soundtrack might be the worst part of the whole movie.
- Leonhartsberger26 marzo 2026very predicable and low budget. Cobra Kai and original Karate Kids are much better
- Alex | Pop Culture Brain30 maggio 2025We're doing this again? We are doing this again! I saw Karate Kid Legends so here's the good and bad without spoilers After 5 movies and 6 seasons of a TV show Is there any juice left in the Karate Kid franchise? Turns out the answer is hell yes Karate Kid Legends was so much more than I was expecting While being exactly what I was expecting — if that makes any sense This is a Karate Kid movie through and through But writer Rob Lieber and director Jonathan Entwistle have given it new life With a dynamic New York City setting, a little bit of variation in the fighting styles An inversion of the student teacher dynamic, and subtle exploration of racial differences But most importantly this movie is fast paced — At 94 minutes, the writing and editing is economical and efficient — While still being emotionally and tonally effective It’s got real stakes, the emotions of the story work, and they captured the right blend of humor, action, and heart Now that said Ralph Macchio’s inclusion felt a little forced His supporting role works in the end, but I could feel the strain of getting Daniel in there Some acting was a little corny and the writing at times was cliche Also the villain was a bit under developed and 1 dimensional But all of that was kind of expected and forgivable in this type of movie Because it’s the Karate Kid, you know what you’re going to get But despite that, I was still swept up in the story and would absolutely recommend this to longtime fans and newcomers alike
- Junior Reyes22 marzo 2026Legacy or Simply Entertainment? Stepping into the theater to watch *Karate Kid Legends* is an exercise in hope for those of us who grew up with the "wax on, wax off" philosophy. The 2025 film is, without a doubt, a solid and entertaining production, yet it merely skims the surface of what was once a profound cultural phenomenon. Visually, it is impeccable. The fight choreography has evolved, feeling modern, dynamic, and expertly executed. It fulfills its primary function of keeping you glued to the screen and serves as a decent option for passing the time. If you are unfamiliar with the backstory, it stands as a perfectly functional action movie. For those of us who have watched the original more than five times, the verdict is clear: it doesn't even come close. The first film wasn't just about kicks and punches; it was about emotional connection, resilience, and that distinct "feeling" that made you feel the adrenaline coursing through your chest. In this 2025 version, the "spirit of reality" feels diluted. It lacks that mystique—that sense that you, too, could learn karate right there in your own backyard. It feels like a slickly packaged product, yet one devoid of the inner fire that Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi ignited all those years ago. It is a good movie, but it lacks the soul that transforms a film into an enduring legend. It serves as an acceptable sequel/reboot for new generations, but for the veteran viewer, it leaves behind a void that is difficult to fill. You will watch it, you will be entertained, but once the credits roll, chances are you’ll want to head straight home to put on the original—just to feel that true passion once again.
- dylonloftintate26 giugno 2025Love this
- dkct621 marzo 2026Show was a ramp up started of a little slow but then it got good
- Selina29 maggio 2025At movie 29/05/25
- Zokkiie8 marzo 2026Pretty enjoyable overall. The movie keeps things simple and sticks to the classic underdog setup, which works even if it feels familiar. The training scenes are fun and the mentors together add a lot of charm. Some parts of the story feel a bit rushed and a few characters could’ve used more development. But the fights are solid and the final fight is really good, easily the best moment in the movie. Fun, easy watch.
- DemonSS1018 luglio 2025Great movie a little slow but very modern and worth a watch
- Chris Ewalt22 febbraio 2026Awesome!! Movie!!!
- Eric Bakke4 giugno 2025Karate Kid Legends doesn’t pretend to be more than it is—a fun, formulaic addition to the franchise that sticks closely to the familiar karate kid template. The pacing is a bit frantic, clearly aimed at viewers used to short-form content. Still, it knows its audience and delivers: training montages, intense showdowns, and just enough nostalgia to satisfy longtime fans.
- Hipster ZOMBIE1 giugno 2025I used to think The Next Karate Kid was the worst entry in the Karate Kid franchise. 2025’s Karate Kid Legends has easily dethroned it as the most disappointing film in the series. After the beloved Netflix series, Cobra Kai, ended I was actually looking forward to this new film thinking the franchise might continue. Now after watching Legends I’d be happy to never see any future sequels in this franchise. The film is disjointed, poorly shot and edited and the first large chunk of the film has viewers following the bland new lead Li training some dude for a boxing match. We seriously don’t see either LaRusso or Han until almost an hour into the movie! LaRusso and Han finally show up, it’s too little, too late. Their arrival feels like a contractual obligation rather than a triumphant return. The editing throughout is a choppy nightmare. Scenes awkwardly jump without rhythm or logic, as if multiple cuts of the movie were carelessly stitched together by someone who’d never heard of pacing. Emotional beats land flat, action scenes fizzle instead of pop, and major moments are undercut by confusing tonal shifts. The film has an identity crisis And never seems to find what type of story it wants to tell. And let’s talk about the Cobra Kai connection—or lack thereof. For a film with “Legends” in the title, it bizarrely distances itself from the most relevant and successful modern continuation of the franchise. No Hawk. No Tory. No Miguel. Just a throwaway post-credit cameo that screams of studio hesitation rather than creative intention. It’s like they forgot what made this universe thrive again in the first place. In short, “Karate Kid: Legends” feels like a spinoff nobody asked for, dressed up in nostalgia it barely earns. Instead of a powerful reunion, we got a slapdash side story with legacy characters awkwardly wedged in. A disappointing misfire from top to bottom.
- branden augustine29 gennaio 2026The first half of this movie and the second half of this movie are diffrent movies, and I think I liked the first half more. Also the aesthetic gives big Street Fighter 6 energy.
- HyruleNasMain3 gennaio 2026Great movie, the casting was great. Jackie was funny and the cameo from Johnny way fantastic.
- Johann21 dicembre 2025This was a fun take on the Karate Kid universe. Hot take: just as good as the original if you strip out nostalgia factor.
Karate Kid: Legends Trivia
Karate Kid: Legends è stato rilasciato il 8 maggio 2025.
Karate Kid: Legends era diretto da Jonathan Entwistle.
Karate Kid: Legends ha una durata di 1h 34min.
Karate Kid: Legends è stato prodotto da Karen Rosenfelt.
Dopo una tragedia familiare, il ragazzo prodigio del kung fu, Li Fong (Ben Wang), è costretto a lasciare la sua casa di Pechino e a trasferirsi a New York con la madre. Li Fong cerca di liberarsi del suo passato e integrarsi con i suoi nuovi compagni di classe. Malgrado non voglia combattere, i guai sembrano raggiungerlo ovunque: infatti, per aiutare un suo nuovo amico in difficoltà, è costretto a partecipare a una gara di karate. Tuttavia, le sue abilità non bastano. A questo punto, l'insegnante di kung fu di Li Fong, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), chiede aiuto al primo “Karate Kid”, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). Il ragazzo imparerà un nuovo modo di combattere fondendo gli stili dei due maestri in uno solo per la resa dei conti nelle arti marziali.
I personaggi principali di Karate Kid: Legends sono Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), Li Fong (Ben Wang), Victor Lipani (Joshua Jackson).
Karate Kid: Legends è votato T.
Karate Kid: Legends è un film Action, Adventure, Dramma.
Karate Kid: Legends ha una valutazione di 9 su 10 dal pubblico.
Karate Kid: Legends aveva un budget di 45 Mln USD.
Karate Kid: Legends ha guadagnato 117,1 Mln USD al botteghino.