Quick Facts
DirectorChristopher Cain
Runtime1h 47m · PG
GenresAction · Adventure · Drama · Family
Release1994-07-18
Film
The Next Karate Kid
1994· PG· 1h 47m· Action· Adventure· Drama· Family
“It's ancient wisdom against teenage spunk. 1,000 years of karate tradition is about to get a kick in the pants.”
The Next Karate Kid sees Mr. Miyagi mentor Julie, a teenager grappling with her parents' death and her turbulent transition to life with her grandmother. Through martial arts training, Miyagi helps Julie channel her pain and find a sense of stability and self-worth, navigating the challenges of adolescence with the wisdom and patience that defined his earlier role.
1994-07-18
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Key Crew
DirectorChristopher Cain
ScreenplayMark Lee
ProducerJerry Weintraub
Director of PhotographyLászló Kovács
Original Music ComposerBill Conti
EditorRonald Roose
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Details
Released1994-07-18
Runtime1h 47m · PG
StatusReleased
StudiosColumbia Pictures
Budget$12M
Box office$16M
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating5.4/10 · 1180 votes
Original languageen
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