Karate Kid: Legends
Looking forward to its release, fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming installment of the Karate Kid series in 2025. This film will be a significant addition to the franchise that began with The Karate Kid in 1984, starring Ralph Macchio as teenager Daniel LaRusso and Pat Morita portraying his martial arts mentor, Mr. Miyagi. Over the years, this series has produced three sequels and a 2010 reboot titled Karate Kid, which featured Jackie Chan as maintenance worker Mr. Han teaching kung fu to Detroit transplant Dre Parker (Jaden Smith) in Beijing. Now, we wait for the latest chapter in this iconic saga to unfold, with both theater and home viewing options available.
In the upcoming movie titled “Karate Kid: Legends”, it will be a unique occasion where Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han share the screen for the first time. This film brings together both branches of the franchise as they mentor a new karate student named Li Fong, played by Ben Wang. While Ralph Macchio has previously revisited his character in multiple sequels following the original movie and the streaming series “Cobra Kai”, this is the initial appearance of Jackie Chan as Mr. Han since he originated the role 15 years ago. The cast for “Legends” also includes Joshua Jackson, Aramis Knight, Wyatt Oleff, and Ming-Na Wen.
Karate Kid: Legends Releases In Theaters On May 30, 2025
It Will Have An Exclusive Theatrical Debut
The upcoming “Karate Kid” film is scheduled to hit cinemas on May 30, 2025. This movie will simultaneously premiere in the U.S. and Canada, coinciding with the release of A24’s horror flick “Bring Her Back”. Since these movies cater to distinct audiences, they are unlikely to clash directly. However, “The Karate Kid” may still face competition during its second week from the sequels “Lilo & Stitch” and “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”, which had their initial releases over Memorial Day weekend last year.
When Will Karate Kid: Legends Release On Streaming?
It Should Have A Streaming Home By Fall 2025
Despite initially only being available in theaters, the movie “Karate Kid: Legends” is expected to become accessible through streaming services later. Sony Pictures, having struck a deal with Netflix in 2021 for their theatrical releases to appear on the platform during their first pay TV window, plans to make this film available on Netflix at some point following its theatrical debut. The specific date when “Legends” will be streamed on Netflix has not been announced yet, but looking at previous Sony releases could provide an idea of how long we might have to wait before it starts streaming. Here’s a look at some titles that offer insight: [List the titles]
| Title | Theatrical Premiere | Streaming Premiere | Days Between Premieres |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse | June 2, 2023 | October 31, 2023 | 151 |
| Gran Turismo | August 25, 2023 | December 25, 2023 | 122 |
| The Equalizer 3 | September 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | 122 |
| Anyone But You | December 22, 2023 | April 23, 2024 | 123 |
| Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire | March 22, 2024 | July 22, 2024 | 122 |
| Tarot | May 3, 2024 | August 1, 2024 | 90 |
| It Ends with Us | August 9, 2024 | December 9, 2024 | 122 |
| One of Them Days | January 17, 2025 | March 31, 2025 | 73 |
| Heart Eyes | February 7, 2025 | May 8, 2025 | 90 |
As a fan, I’ve noticed an interesting pattern: Blockbusters like “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” are exceptions, taking about half a year to hit streaming platforms. Movies such as “The Equalizer 3,” “Anyone But You,” and “It Ends with Us” usually appear on streaming services around 122-123 days after their theatrical releases, sometimes even on the exact fourth month anniversary of their debut. Given Sony’s history, it appears that the upcoming “Karate Kid” film might fall into the higher tier, suggesting that the anticipated movie “Legends” could grace Netflix around September 30, 2025.
When Will Karate Kid: Legends Release On Digital?
It Should Hit VOD Sooner Than Netflix
Typically, films become available for purchase or rental on video-on-demand (VOD) platforms well before they start streaming. This early release helps maintain profitability as the movies move out of cinemas, often at higher prices on digital platforms like Fandango Now, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV. Although the specific VOD release date for the next Karate Kid sequel has yet to be announced, it’s likely that its digital availability will follow a similar pattern as other significant releases.
As a devoted cinephile, I’ve noticed that Sony films like “Heart Eyes,” “One of Them Days,” and “Tarot” typically debut on Video On Demand (VOD) about 25 days after their release. However, there are exceptions, such as “Across the Spider-Verse” which took a whopping 67 days to hit VOD. Generally speaking, the average wait time is around 38.7 days. Considering this trend, the VOD premiere of “Karate Kid: Legends” could fall anywhere between June 24, 2025, and August 5, 2025. However, based on historical data, it’s more likely to appear on VOD around July 15, 2025.
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2025-05-26 12:18