New 'Karate Kid: Legends' Trailer Highlights Franchise's Evolution
The upcoming film unites Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan for the first time, introducing a new protagonist and blending martial arts styles.
- The trailer for 'Karate Kid: Legends' debuted at CinemaCon 2025, showcasing action-packed sequences and nostalgic nods to the franchise's roots.
- Set three years after the conclusion of Netflix's 'Cobra Kai,' the film bridges the original films, the 2010 reboot, and the series into a unified storyline.
- Ben Wang stars as Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy who moves to New York City after a family tragedy and trains under Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han.
- The story blends Miyagi-style karate and kung fu, culminating in a climactic karate competition where Li must prove himself.
- The film explores themes of mentorship, loss, and self-discovery, while paying tribute to Mr. Miyagi and introducing a connection between him and Mr. Han.