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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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix, YouTube TV, and TBS.
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Trailers and promos
Official Trailer
The Karate Kid (1984) Original Trailer [FHD]
40th Anniversary Throwback Commercial
Official Extended Preview
"Wax On, Wax Off"
Ralph Macchio & William Zabka React to Their Karate Kid Fight
Bonus Feature – Beyond The Form
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Frequently asked questions about The Karate Kid
Where can I watch The Karate Kid in the United States?
The Karate Kid is available to stream on Netflix, YouTube TV, and TBS in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Karate Kid on Netflix?
Yes. The Karate Kid is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside YouTube TV and TBS.
Can I watch The Karate Kid for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Karate Kid needs a subscription to Netflix, YouTube TV, and TBS, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid stars Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, William Zabka, and Martin Kove. John G. Avildsen is the director.
How long is The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid runs 2h 7m (127 minutes).
When did The Karate Kid come out?
The Karate Kid was released on June 22, 1984.
Which studio made The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid was produced by Columbia Pictures, Delphi II Productions, and Jerry Weintraub Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Karate Kid?
The Karate Kid was made on a budget of $8,000,000.
How much did The Karate Kid make at the box office?
The Karate Kid grossed $91,138,075 worldwide, against a budget of $8,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.