An Exciting Collaboration: Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan Unite for an Upcoming Karate Kid Film

Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan will star in a new Karate Kid movie that is currently searching globally for the next Karate Kid. The film, yet to be titled, will be directed by Johnathan Entwistle, known for his TV work on I'm Not Okay With This and The End of the F***ing World, with a screenplay written by Rob Lieber. The movie will shift the franchise to the east coast of the US and focus on a Chinese teenager who trains with a strict but knowledgeable mentor. Additional details are still pending. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the feature is as yet untitled.

Macchio and Chan star in a brief video announcing the film and directing interested parties to a website where they can view casting details and instructions for submitting an application. Macchio, known for his role in the first three Karate Kid films and in the television show Cobra Kai, which has been renewed for a sixth and final season, will be part of the new film. It is yet unknown whether the new film will involve the events and cast of Cobra Kai. Chan, who starred in a franchise reset with Jaden Smith in 2010, will reprise his role as Mr. Han in the new film. The tentative release date set by Sony is December 13, 2024 and filming is likely to take place in the spring.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled to hear about the upcoming Karate Kid film starring Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan. The Karate Kid franchise has been a beloved part of my childhood, and I am excited to see these two iconic actors reunite on the big screen.

The Karate Kid franchise has always been about more than just martial arts. It is a story about friendship, loyalty, and overcoming adversity. I am confident that this new film will continue that tradition and inspire a new generation of fans. I am particularly interested in seeing how the film will shift the franchise to the east coast of the US and focus on a Chinese teenager. This will bring a new perspective to the story and allow for a more diverse cast of characters. I am also excited to see how the film will incorporate the events and cast of Cobra Kai. The Cobra Kai series has been a huge success, and I am eager to see how it will tie into the new film. Overall, I am very excited about this new Karate Kid film and I can't wait to see it in theaters in 2024.