The Karate Kid Ending Explained: Plot and Final Scene Facts
A TMDB-backed guide to The Karate Kid, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.
The Karate Kid (1984) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. He taught him the secret to karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Netflix, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso; Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi; Elisabeth Shue as Ali Mills; William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence; Martin Kove as John Kreese; Randee Heller as Lucille LaRusso; Ron Thomas as Bobby; Rob Garrison as Tommy
About The Karate Kid
New Jersey teen Daniel LaRusso moves to Los Angeles with his mother, and soon strikes up a relationship with Ali. He quickly finds himself the target of bullying by a group of thugs, led by Ali's ex-boyfriend Johnny, who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo under ruthless sensei John Kreese. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate for self-defense and, later, preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Karate Kid?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Netflix, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of The Karate Kid?
Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso; Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi; Elisabeth Shue as Ali Mills; William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence; Martin Kove as John Kreese; Randee Heller as Lucille LaRusso; Ron Thomas as Bobby; Rob Garrison as Tommy
Is this The Karate Kid guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
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