The Karate Kid

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The Karate Kid (1984)

"Only the 'Old One' could teach him the secrets of the masters."

TMDb Score

71

PG 2 hr 6 minJun 22nd, 1984Family, Drama, Action

After some violent confrontations with his new classmates, Daniel LaRusso learns karate from Japanese handyman Mr. Miyagi, in order to defend himself.

DirectorJohn G. Avildsen

StarringRalph MacchioPat MoritaElisabeth Shue

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as Daniel LaRusso

Movie Details

Theatrical Release Date:June 22nd, 1984

DVD & Blu-ray Release Date:April 14th, 1998 - Buy DVD

Original Language:English

Production Companies:Columbia Pictures, Delphi II Productions, Jerry Weintraub Productions

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