13 years after the last Karate Kid film, Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are set to reprise their iconic roles for a final curtain call.

Jackie Chan to Join &#8216;Cobra Kai&#8217; Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film

In the endless world of films, there are only a few that manage to captivate
generations. One of those is the age-old classic, Karate Kid. While the answer
to which film was the best could differ, one thing is for certain. That is the
fact that the whole world loved Ralph Macchio in the first film and adored
Jackie Chan in the 2010 remake. Now, nearly 15 years since the last film, both
the stars teamed up to share a surprise.

With the announcement of a collaboration between the two, the actors are
bringing their unique skills and charisma to a fresh installment of the beloved
franchise.


JACKIE CHAN AND RALPH MACCHIO SET TO STAR IN ANOTHER KARATE KID FILM

Nearly 15 years since the last Karate Kid movie was released, Jackie Chan has
surprised his massive fan following by reprising one of his most beloved roles.
However, it would not just be him, but also Cobra Kai
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/cobra-kai/]‘s Ralph Macchio as well. It was
recently revealed that the stars were taking up their iconic characters of
Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han to go around the block one last time.

> Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio will reprise their roles together for a new
> ‘KARATE KID’ movie.
> 
> In theaters on December 13, 2024. pic.twitter.com/QhDK6zON6k
> [https://t.co/QhDK6zON6k]
> 
> — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) November 21, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/DiscussingFilm/status/1727012913062551980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Unfortunately, this will be the first and last time that the stars will be
sharing the screen. However, the announcement has rehashed a sense of hope and
intrigue for many fans. The best part is the film is set to release on December
13th, 2024. So, thankfully the world will not have to wait too long to witness
Jackie Chan’s unparalleled martial arts expertise.
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/whats-new-to-netflix-action-packed-martial-arts-comedy-series-with-hilarious-detectives-jackie-chan-chris-tucker-is-now-on-netflix/]

ALSO READ: Why Did ‘Cobra Kai’ Star Ralph Macchio Turn Down Will Smith for ‘The
Karate Kid’ Remake?
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-why-did-cobra-kai-star-ralph-macchio-turn-down-will-smith-for-the-karate-kid-remake/]

While the announcement gave fans one more reason to wait for 2024’s arrival, it
also brought another surprise from the actors along with it.


JACKIE CHAN AND RALPH MACCHIO HUNT FOR THE NEXT KARATE KID

In a post to the Sony Pictures Entertainment channel on YouTube, the martial
arts expert and Macchio also revealed that they will be looking for the next
karate-obsessed child to take up The Karate Kid role. While the last one to play
the child was Jaden Smith, the son of Will Smith
[http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/will-smith] is now far too old to take up the
franchise’s lead role. According to Chan, this news was even bigger than them
reprising their roles.



It will be a global search for the next child worthy of carrying that title.
However, with the film coming out in a year’s time, many seem unsure about
whether it will stay the same if the casting is beginning only now. While there
is no way of saying how this could play out, one thing is for sure. It will be
incredible to see who will end up in the titular role.

ALSO READ: You Can Finally ‘See’ John Cena.. Alongside Jackie Chan as This New
Thriller Arrives on Netflix
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-you-can-finally-see-john-cena-alongside-jackie-chan-as-this-new-thriller-arrives-on-netflix/]

What do you think about Jackie Chan and Ralph Machhio reprising their iconic
Karate Kid roles? Let us know in the comments below.

Prathika Prashant

Comment

Jackie Chan to Join &#8216;Cobra Kai&#8217; Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film - Netflix Junkie

Home

Hollywood News

Netflix Junkie

https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/nj_bg_transparent-1.png

Prathika Prashant is an Entertainment Writer and Hollywood News Reporter at Netflix Junkie. Having 150+ articles to her name, her EdTech background helped her explore her love for writing. However, being a singer who can be seen covering her favorite songs in her free time is what truly got her into the glittery world of entertainment. She can go and on about the British Royal Family and everything Hollywood and doing so works like a shot of espresso for the writer. She aims to interview her favorite rapper, Nicki Minaj, some day. In her free time, you will find her playing Call of Duty, watching BoJack Horseman, or catching up on true crime documentaries.

https://netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-jackie-chan-to-join-cobra-kai-star-ralph-macchio-for-a-new-karate-kid-film

Jackie Chan to Join &#8216;Cobra Kai&#8217; Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film - netflix-junkie

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Subtly Shifting Theme Song Braces Fans for Brutal
Targaryen Clash

Olivia Wilde Exposes Brutal Double Standard That Turned Harry Styles Romance
Into Public Nightmare

Stephen King Hails New Apple TV Show as “Even Better” Than ‘Widow’s Bay’

Tom Holland Weighs In on AI, Says True Creativity Remains Unmatched

Hulu’s New 'Prison Break' Reboot Star Lukas Gage Drops Major Hint About
Returning OG Cast

Ben Stiller Announces Knicks Documentary With HBO and A24 Following Historic NBA
Win

Invisible Narratives Raises $25 Million as ‘Skibidi Toilet’ Film Moves Forward

Daveigh Chase, Beloved for Her Roles in ‘Lilo & Stitch’, ‘Spirited Away’, and
‘The Ring’, Has Passed Away

<p>In the endless world of films, there are only a few that manage to captivate generations. One of those is the age-old classic, Karate Kid. While the answer to which film was the best could differ, one thing is for certain. That is the fact that the whole world loved Ralph Macchio in the first film and adored Jackie Chan in the 2010 remake. Now, nearly 15 years since the last film, both the stars teamed up to share a surprise.</p>
<p>With the announcement of a collaboration between the two, the actors are bringing their unique skills and charisma to a fresh installment of the beloved franchise.</p>
<h2>Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio set to star in another Karate Kid film</h2>
<p>Nearly 15 years since the last <em>Karate Kid</em> movie was released, Jackie Chan has surprised his massive fan following by reprising one of his most beloved roles. However, it would not just be him, but also <em><a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/cobra-kai/">Cobra Kai</a></em>&#8216;s Ralph Macchio as well. It was recently revealed that the stars were taking up their iconic characters of Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han to go around the block one last time.</p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio will reprise their roles together for a new ‘KARATE KID’ movie.</p>
<p>In theaters on December 13, 2024. <a href="https://t.co/QhDK6zON6k">pic.twitter.com/QhDK6zON6k</a></p>
<p>&mdash; DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) <a href="https://twitter.com/DiscussingFilm/status/1727012913062551980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 21, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
<p><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>
<p>Unfortunately, this will be the first and last time that the stars will be sharing the screen. However, the announcement has rehashed a sense of hope and intrigue for many fans. The best part is the<strong> film is set to release on December 13th, 2024</strong>. So, thankfully the world will not have to wait too long to witness <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/whats-new-to-netflix-action-packed-martial-arts-comedy-series-with-hilarious-detectives-jackie-chan-chris-tucker-is-now-on-netflix/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jackie Chan&#8217;s unparalleled martial arts expertise.</a></p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-why-did-cobra-kai-star-ralph-macchio-turn-down-will-smith-for-the-karate-kid-remake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Why Did &#8216;Cobra Kai&#8217; Star Ralph Macchio Turn Down Will Smith for &#8216;The Karate Kid&#8217; Remake?</a></p>
<p>While the announcement gave fans one more reason to wait for 2024&#8217;s arrival, it also brought another surprise from the actors along with it.</p>
<h2>Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio hunt for the next Karate Kid</h2>
<p>In a post to the Sony Pictures Entertainment channel on YouTube, the martial arts expert and Macchio also revealed that they will be looking for the next karate-obsessed child to take up <em>The Karate Kid</em> role. While the last one to play the child was Jaden Smith, the son of <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/will-smith">Will Smith</a> is now far too old to take up the franchise&#8217;s lead role. According to Chan, this news was even bigger than them reprising their roles.</p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="THE KARATE KID - Global Casting Search" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1MR1HPas-VA?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p>It will be a global search for the next child worthy of carrying that title. However, with the film coming out in a year&#8217;s time, many seem unsure about whether it will stay the same if the casting is beginning only now. While there is no way of saying how this could play out, one thing is for sure. It will be incredible to see who will end up in the titular role.</p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-you-can-finally-see-john-cena-alongside-jackie-chan-as-this-new-thriller-arrives-on-netflix/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">You Can Finally ‘See’ John Cena.. Alongside Jackie Chan as This New Thriller Arrives on Netflix</a></p>
<p>What do you think about Jackie Chan and Ralph Machhio reprising their iconic Karate Kid roles? Let us know in the comments below.</p>


Why Did ‘Cobra Kai’ Star Ralph Macchio Turn Down Will Smith for ‘The Karate Kid’
Remake?

You Can Finally ‘See’ John Cena.. Alongside Jackie Chan as This New Thriller
Arrives on Netflix

Jackie Chan at Wish Dragon press conference in 2021

<p>BEIJING, CHINA &#8211; JANUARY 01: Actor Jackie Chan attends Wish Dragon press conference on January 1, 2021 in Beijing, China. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Copyright: xVCGx CFP111312489402</p>


BEIJING, CHINA &#8211; JANUARY 01: Actor Jackie Chan attends Wish Dragon press conference on January 1, 2021 in Beijing, China

https://www.staging.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/netflixjunkie-logo-2.jpg

https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/imago0109319593h.jpg

Jackie Chan to Join 'Cobra Kai' Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film

https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/Prathika-Prashant-1.png

description

Jackie Chan to Join Cobra Kai Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film

https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-jackie-chan-to-join-cobra-kai-star-ralph-macchio-for-a-new-karate-kid-film/

Jackie Chan to Join ‘Cobra Kai’ Star Ralph Macchio for a New Karate Kid Film

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

EDITORS' PICK

The World of NJ

Connect With Us

General

Legal