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DirectorJohn G. Avildsen
Runtime1h 52m · PG
GenresAction · Adventure · Drama · Family
Release1989-06-16
Film
The Karate Kid Part III
1989· PG· 1h 52m· Action· Adventure· Drama· Family
“First it was teacher to student. Then it was father to son. Now, it's man to man.”
In "The Karate Kid Part III," despondent over the closure of his school, John Kreese aligns with a ruthless martial artist and businessman to exact revenge on Daniel and Mr. Miyagi. This third installment delves deeper into the consequences of past rivalries, as Daniel must navigate a web of betrayal and tradition to find his true path in karate.
1989-06-16
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Key Crew
DirectorJohn G. Avildsen
WriterRobert Mark Kamen
ProducerJerry Weintraub
Director of PhotographySteve Yaconelli
Original Music ComposerBill Conti
EditorJohn Carter
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Details
Released1989-06-16
Runtime1h 52m · PG
StatusReleased
StudiosColumbia Pictures · Weintraub International Group · Jerry Weintraub Productions
Budget$13M
Box office$39M
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating5.9/10 · 1864 votes
Original languageen
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