Film
The Karate Kid Part III (1989)
First it was teacher to student. Then it was father to son. Now, it's man to man.
Action, Adventure, Drama, Family· Directed by John G. Avildsen· 112 min
Overview
Despondent over the closing of his karate school, Cobra Kai teacher John Kreese joins a ruthless businessman and martial artist to get revenge on Daniel and Mr. Miyagi.
Connections
The Karate Kid
- The Karate Kid (1984)
He taught him the secret to karate lies in the mind and heart. Not in the hands.
- The Karate Kid Part II (1986)
One more lesson to share. The price of honor. The power of friendship. And the way you must fight when only the winner survives.
- The Karate Kid Part III (1989) — this film
- The Next Karate Kid (1994)
It's ancient wisdom against teenage spunk. 1,000 years of karate tradition is about to get a kick in the pants.
- The Karate Kid (2010)
A challenge he never imagined. A teacher he never expected.
- Karate Kid: Legends (2025)
When masters unite a new legacy begins.
Top billing
- Ralph Macchio as Daniel
- Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi
- Robyn Lively as Jessica
- Thomas Ian Griffith as Terry
- Martin Kove as Kreese