The latest installment in the Karate Kid universe, Karate Kid: Legends, hit theaters on May 30 It has been decades since Macchio first played Daniel in 1984's The Karate Kid. Although his character ...

Is the Karate Kid gaining on his spiritual predecessor? The 1984 movie The Karate Kid was essentially a junior-level version of the underdog sports drama Rocky, even sharing director John G. Avildsen ...

As the perfect non-animated action movie to watch with kids, The Karate Kid has enthralled fans since its release in 1984. Pat Morita's Mr. Miyagi and Ralph Macchio's Daniel LaRusso are such ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music. Karate Kid: Legends debuted in theaters in May and is now ...

Also starring Ben Wang and Joshua Jackson, the sixth film in the series centers on a kung fu prodigy who enters a high-stakes martial arts competition to help a new friend. By Frank Scheck Take a dose ...