Karate Kid: Legends (2025)
The dojo doors swing open again. Wax on, wax off… but this time, two legends unite to train the next generation. Karate Kid: Legends (2025) isn’t just a sequel — it’s the epic crossover we’ve waited decades for, and it’s still hitting hard in 2026 on streaming!
Fresh off its theatrical run and now dominating streaming charts (top 5 on HBO Max worldwide as of January 2026! ), this film brings back Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso (the original Karate Kid himself) and Jackie Chan as Mr. Han in their first on-screen team-up. They mentor kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang), a kid uprooted to New York after tragedy, facing bullies, a fierce local karate champ, and his own inner demons.
The story? Pure Karate Kid heart: Li blends kung fu and karate styles under two masters who’ve lived the legend. Expect nostalgic callbacks to “wax on, wax off,” crane kicks, and Mr. Miyagi’s wisdom, mixed with high-stakes tournament action, emotional depth, and crowd-pleasing fights that land every time
. Jackie Chan’s charm and Ralph Macchio’s quiet intensity create magic — their chemistry is electric, and the training montages will give you goosebumps .
Sure, critics called it mixed (58% on RT), leaning heavy on nostalgia and some predictable beats, but audiences? They LOVE it — 90%+ on Rotten Tomatoes, with fans saying it’s a fun, respectful return to the franchise’s roots. After Cobra Kai wrapped, this feels like the perfect bridge: legacy meets new blood, heart meets high kicks.
If you grew up quoting Mr. Miyagi, binged Cobra Kai, or just crave feel-good martial arts with real emotion, stream this now — it’s inspiring, action-packed, and reminds us balance is key in life and in the ring .
Who else got chills when Daniel and Mr. Han finally crossed paths? Drop a if you’re rewatching it in 2026, tag your dojo buddy, and tell me: best fight scene or most emotional moment? This one deserves all the love!
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