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

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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>


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Jackie Chan at Wish Dragon press conference in 2021

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

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

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