Karate Kid: Legends Review

Karate Kid: Legends sees Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio and introducing Ben Wang in the next chapter of the franchise. Watch the new trailer here.

The hits just keep on coming! After the appearance of Ben Wang and Ralph Macchio at this year’s CinemaCon to promote the film yesterday, we’ve had our legs swept out from under us. The next chapter in the long-running Karate Kid franchise is lumbering up to hit screens worldwide this summer. Starring Jackie Chan, the original star Ralph Macchio and introduces the young actor, Ben Wang. Karate Kid: Legends will be hoping to kick the rest of the summer blockbusters’ asses at the box office. The film will open on May 30th. The new trailer has debuted. Head down to the Dojo as we take a look.

PREMISE

Karate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown.

(L-R) Jackie Chan and Ben Wang in Columbia Pictures KARATE KID: LEGENDS

CREDITS

Directed by: Jonathan Entwistle

Written by: Rob Lieber

Produced by: Karen Rosenfelt

Executive Producers: Jenny Hinkey, Ralph Macchio

Cast: Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen

The film will be kicking into cinemas on May 30th.

Are you a fan of the franchise? Will you be going to see the new film? What are you hoping for? Kick down to the comments section to let us know. We love to hear from you!

 

 

 

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