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

72

PG 2 hr 6 minJun 22nd, 1984Drama, Family, 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:June 22nd, 1984

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

Original Language:English

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

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