The Karate Kid (1984)
He taught him the secret to karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands.
Storyline
New 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.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Karate Kid |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jun 22, 1984 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | martial arts, friendship, los angeles, california, bullying, fight, high school, karate, teen movie, painting, sensei, bully, martial arts master |
| Official site | Visit ↗ |
FAQ
What is The Karate Kid about?
New 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.
When was The Karate Kid released?
The Karate Kid was released on Jun 22, 1984 (status: Released).
Who directed The Karate Kid?
John G. Avildsen directed The Karate Kid.
What is the TMDB rating of The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 from 4,883 votes.