Thankfully, there’s also not long left untilKarate Kid: Legends' release date.
In retrospect,the immense success ofCobra Kaimakes it seem like the show was always destined to thrive.
Now, I love the universe set in motion by its first movie from 1984.
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UntilCobra Kai, he hadn’t reprised the role in an official capacity since 1989’sThe Karate Kid Part III.
Fortunately,Cobra Kaicame along and brought Macchio back- but it took a while to convince him.
“I’ve always been, ‘No thank you, no thank you.’
Karate Kid: Legends is a sequel to Cobra Kai and The Karate Kid directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The film sees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan reprising their roles, continuing the legacy of martial arts mentorship and rivalry in a new era of challenges and apprentices.
Plus, my scene partner, Pat Morita, is no longer here.
How do I step back into this?
I couldn’t think of it that way.”
Karate Kid: Legends is a sequel to Cobra Kai and The Karate Kid directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The film sees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan reprising their roles, continuing the legacy of martial arts mentorship and rivalry in a new era of challenges and apprentices.
- Ralph Macchio, speaking on the Lone Lobos Podcast about Cobra Kai’s inception.
I found it a little surprising at first that the actor viewed the concept as unappealing at first.
As the idea grew and became increasingly about a new generation,Macchio eventually found himself won over.
Plus,Karate Kid: Legendsis softly leavingCobra Kaiin the rearview mirror.
The upcoming movie is more of a sequel toThe Karate Kid Part IIIand Jackie Chan’s 2010 movie.
Cobra Kai is a sequel series continuing the narrative of the Karate Kid saga, set 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. It focuses on Johnny Lawrence seeking redemption by reopening the Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with Daniel LaRusso, who strives to maintain balance in his life.
