All the Karate Kid Movies to watch before Karate Kid: Legends

The Karate Kid franchise has been known and loved by fans for many generations now. Its thrilling and realistic action combined with a gripping story of grit always leaves a mark on the audience.

The Karate Kid (1984)

This John G. Avildsen-directed movie was the first in the franchise. It featured legendary actors like Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, and Martin Kove in the main roles.

The Karate Kid (1984)

A teenager from Newark, New Jersey, moves to Reseda, California, with his mother. He quickly finds himself a target of the local karate bullies from the Cobra Kai dojo, led by Johnny Lawrence.

The Karate Kid Part II (1986)

This second installment of the Karate Kid franchise featured Martin Kove, Tamlyn Tomita, and Yuji Okumoto. Written by Robert Mark Kamen, this part continues the story from its preceding film.

The Karate Kid Part II (1986)

Daniel and Mr. Miyagi find their lives taking an unexpected turn after Miyagi receives a letter informing him about his father’s ill health in Okinawa. Upon reaching there, Miyagi is reunited with his childhood friend Yukie and confronts his estranged best friend, Sato.

The Karate Kid Part III (1989)

Coping with his defeat in the All-Valley Tournament and the abandonment of Cobra Kai, John seeks revenge on Daniel and Mr. Miyagi. John recruits Silver, who is Karate’s Bad Boy, an unsportsmanlike National Karate Champion.

The Next Karate Kid (1994)

After traveling to Boston, Mr. Miyagi meets Julie, an angry, rebellious orphan who often struggles with grief after losing both her parents. Recognizing the potential in her pain, Miyagi offers to stay in Boston and train Julie in karate.

The Karate Kid (2010)

12-year-old Dre Parker and his mother move from Detroit to Beijing after his mother gets a job transfer. Following this, Dre encounters an unassuming maintenance man in his building who surprisingly reveals himself to be a Kung Fu Master.