We have our first look at Karate Kid Legends starring Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio and newcomer Ben Wang and will be the official continuation of the now officially dubbed ‘Myiagi-verse’ after he conclusion of Cobra Kai in February.
In a new interview with EW, which also features these new looks at the movie (top and bottom), director Jonathan Entwistle reveals that Mr Myiagi from the original movies, is the link between this new movie, Cobra Kai and Jackie Chan’s 2009 standalone (well, until now) movie.
“Without giving too much away, I can say that Mr Han and Mr Miyagi are the connection to Daniel,” Entwistle says, adding, “The Han family and the Miyagi family are connected all the way back to the old times. And there is a mention of this within the Karate Kid movie canon for those people who want to go looking for it.”
When a new friend needs his help, Li Fong (Ben Wang) enters a karate competition — but his skills alone aren’t enough. Li’s kung fu teacher Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) enlists original Karate Kid Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) for help, and Li learns a new way to fight, merging their two styles into one for the ultimate martial arts showdown.
Karate Kid Legends is in theaters on May 30th, 2025.
Ralph Macchio talks Cobra Kai, Karate Kid Legends and the future of the ‘Myiagi-verse’
Source: EW
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