Ralph Macchio unites with Jackie Chan alongside Ben Wang’s new Karate Kid in images fromKarate Kid: Legends, showing off the new 2025 movie. The upcomingKarate Kid: Legendsfollows Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso and Chan’s Mr. Han as they both begin training a new, talented student named Li Fong, portrayed by Wang. The movie will also include Shaunette Renée Wilson as Ms. Morgan and Joshua Jackson as Victor. Additional cast members include Jennifer-Lyn Christie, Aramis Knight, Danny McBride, Wyatt Oleff, Sadie Stanley, and Ming-Na Wen.
Now,Entertainment Weeklyhas released three new images showing the core tro ofKarate Kid: Legends, as both Daniel and Mr. Han begin to train Li in the ways of martial arts.Li can be seen kicking while on top of a building, on what appears to be a helicopter pad, while another image shows him and Han training in a rooftop garden. All three characters are also shown looking at a map, trying to find somewhere they’re trying to get to. Check out the new images below:
What Karate Kid: Legends' Images Mean For The New Movie
The Next Generation Of Karate Kid Begins
The events ofKarate Kid: Legendstake place after the end ofCobra Kaiseason 6, whose final episodes drop on Netflix on August 04, 2025. While it’s unclear if the series will directly lead into the new movie, what’s certain isDaniel and Han’s appearances connect the mainline franchise to the 2010 reimagining starring Jaden Smith. However, it seems the core focus will be on passing the legacy of both sides of the series down to Li, whose training will see both of the seasoned masters working together.
The movie is already paying homage to the original with Li’s high kick, indicating there will be plenty of references to the franchise’s past scattered throughout. Although it’s unconfirmed if othermain characters fromKarate KidandCobra Kaiwill appear, their names and accomplishments could be brought up as anecdotes the older masters tell Li while training him. The closeness of the trio emphasized in the images shows just how much the film will reflect the franchise’s legacy as it presents its next chapter.
Our Take On Karate Kid: Legends' New Images
The Film Is Shaping Up To Be The Perfect Next Chapter
With familiar faces and imagery already prevalent in the film’s preview,Karate Kid: Legendsis shaping up to be the perfect next chapter in the continuing martial arts franchise. Even though there’s no confirmation thatCobra Kaiwill factor into the story, it’s possible the Netflix series will provide the perfect lead-in for how Daniel meets Han and travels to New York to train Li. Even if it doesn’t, the new images showcase a strong consideration for the franchise’s future, and what to expect as it keeps evolving.
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Karate Kid: Legends
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Karate Kid: Legends is a sequel to Cobra Kai and The Karate Kid directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The film sees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan reprising their roles, continuing the legacy of martial arts mentorship and rivalry in a new era of challenges and apprentices.
