The Karate Kid Part III
Movie Details:
| Based on | Characters created by Robert Mark Kamen |
| Also known as | The Karate Kid Part 3; The Karate Kid 3 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Family, Sport |
| Release date | June 30, 1989 (U.S.) |
| Running time | 1hr 52min |
| Age rating | PG |
| Starring | Ralph Macchio, Noriyuki “Pat” Morita |
| Directed by | John G. Avildsen |
| Written by | Robert Mark Kamen |
| Produced by | Jerry Weintraub |
| Cinematography by | Steve Yaconelli |
| Edited by | John G. Avildsen, John Carter |
| Music by | Bill Conti |
| Production Company | Columbia Pictures |
| Distributor | Columbia Pictures |
Trailer, Teaser & Video:
Poster & Photos:
Cast & Characters:
- Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso
- Noriyuki “Pat” Morita as Mr. Miyagi
- Thomas Ian Griffith as Terry Silver
- Robyn Lively as Jessica Andrews
- Sean Kanan as Mike Barnes
- William Christopher Ford as Dennis
- Jonathan Avildsen as Snake
- Martin Kove as John Kreese
- Randee Heller as Lucille LaRusso
- Pat Johnson as Referee
- Rick Hurst as Announcer
- Frances Bay as Mrs. Milo
- Joseph V. Perry as Uncle Louie
- Jan Tříska as Milos
- Gabriel Jarret as Rudy
- Glenn Medeiros as himself
Storyline:
John Kreese, his life in tatters after his karate school was defeated by Daniel and Miyagi, visits Terry Silver, a Vietnam War comrade. Terry is a ruthless businessman and martial arts expert, and he vows to help Kreese gain revenge on Daniel and Miyagi, and reestablish Cobra Kai. Upon returning from Okinawa, Daniel and Miyagi discover that their apartment building has been demolished, which brings Miyagi out of work. Going against Miyagi’s wishes, Daniel uses his college funds to realize Miyagi’s dream of opening a bonsai tree shop, and becomes a partner in the bonsai business.
About The Karate Kid Part III Movie:
The Karate Kid Part III is an American martial arts drama film, the third installment in the Karate Kid franchise and a sequel to The Karate Kid Part II (1986). Directed by John G. Avildsen and written by Robert Mark Kamen.
It stars Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Robyn Lively, and Thomas Ian Griffith in his film debut. As with the previous films, stunts were choreographed by Pat E. Johnson, and the score was composed by Bill Conti.
Kamen initially envisioned The Karate Kid Part III as a prequel, where Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi would travel to 16th-century China in a dream to meet Miyagi’s ancestors. He planned for the film to have a Hong Kong-style Wuxia theme and a female protagonist. However, the producers rejected this idea, and Kamen, hesitant to repeat the same storyline, only returned after negotiating a significant pay increase.
The film was released in the United States on June 30, 1989. Despite moderate box office success, The Karate Kid Part III received largely negative reviews, with critics noting its repetition of themes from the earlier films. However, Thomas Ian Griffith’s portrayal of the villain, Terry Silver, earned some praise. The series continued with The Next Karate Kid in 1994.
Budget & Box Office Collection:
| Budget | $12.5 million |
| Worldwide Collection | $38,956,288 |