The Karate Kid (1984)

He taught him the secret to karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands.

Movie · Action, Drama, Family · 2h 7m · Rated 7.2/10 on TMDB · Released June 22, 1984

Overview

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.

Directed by John G. Avildsen

Cast

• Ralph Macchio as Daniel
• Pat Morita as Miyagi
• Elisabeth Shue as Ali
• William Zabka as Johnny
• Martin Kove as Kreese
• Randee Heller as Lucille
• Ron Thomas as Bobby
• Rob Garrison as Tommy
• Chad McQueen as Dutch
• Tony O'Dell as Jimmy
• Israel Juarbe as Freddy
• William Bassett as Mr. Mills

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