The Karate Kid Franchise Review

We revisit the entire Karate Kid franchise, from the 1984 original through the 2010 reboot. We break down the production history, casting choices, and box office performance of each film, including The Next Karate Kid and the Jackie Chan-led Kung Fu Kid. The discussion covers the evolution of the series, the development of Mr. Miyagi’s backstory in the sequels, and our personal experiences watching these movies over the years. We also share our thoughts on the shifting tone of the series, the impact of the training sequences, and the effectiveness of the antagonists across the trilogy.