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"Karate Kid: Legends" Debuts Amid Mixed Reviews

5/29/2025

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"Karate Kid: Legends," directed by Jonathan Entwistle, reunites Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, set to premiere on May 30. While Ben Wang's performance shines, the film has garnered mixed reviews with a 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, as critics lament its predictable plot and lack of fresh ideas compared to earlier films and the popular series "Cobra Kai."

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"Karate Kid: Legends," directed by Jonathan Entwistle, reunites Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, set to premiere on May 30. While Ben Wang's performance shines, the film has garnered mixed reviews with a 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, as critics lament its predictable plot and lack of fresh ideas compared to earlier films and the popular series "Cobra Kai."