The Karate Kid (1984)
Action, Drama, Family • PT2H7M
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.
Director: John G. Avildsen
Top Cast
- Ralph Macchio as Daniel
- Pat Morita as Miyagi
- Elisabeth Shue as Ali
- William Zabka as Johnny
- Martin Kove as Kreese
