The Karate Kid 1984
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SplatNew Jersey teen Daniel LaRusso moves to Los Angeles with his mother, and soon strikes up a relationship with Ali. He quickly finds himself the target of bullying by a group of thugs, led by Ali's ex-boyfriend Johnny, who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo under ruthless sensei John Kreese. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate for self-defense and, later, preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Daniel LaRusso
as Mr. Miyagi
as Ali Mills
as Johnny Lawrence
as John Kreese
as Lucille LaRusso
as Bobby
as Tommy
as Dutch
as Jimmy
Director:
Writer:
Robert Mark Kamen, Allee Willis, Dennis Lambert, Peter Beckett
Stars:
Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, William Zabka, Martin Kove, Randee Heller, Ron Thomas, Rob Garrison, Chad McQueen, Tony O'Dell,
Genres:
Action,Adventure,Drama,Family
Release Date:
1984 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
127 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Karate Kid
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Daniel LaRusso
as Mr. Miyagi
as Ali Mills
as Johnny Lawrence
as John Kreese
as Lucille LaRusso
as Bobby
as Tommy
as Dutch
as Jimmy
as Freddy
as Mr. Mills
as Jerry
as Susan
as Barbara
as Chucky
as Billy
as Chris
as Alan
as Referee
as Ring Announcer
as Karate Semi-Finalist
as Lady with Dog
as Official
as Mr. Harris
as Restaurant Manager
as Cashier
as Yahoo #1
as Yahoo #2
as Cheerleading Coach
as Boy in Bathroom
as Waiter
as Karate Student
as Soccer Coach
as Chicken Boy
as Referee #2
as Doctor
as Referee #3
as Eddie
as Mrs. Mills (Ali's Mother) (uncredited)
as Mrs. Lawrence (Johnny's Mother) (uncredited)
as Member of Cobra Kai (uncredited)
as Karate Student (uncredited)
as Guy at Halloween Dance (uncredited)
as Student at Dance (uncredited)
as Club Patron (uncredited)
as Club Patron (uncredited)
as Tournament Guest (uncredited)
as Karate Fan (uncredited)
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