Karate Kid: Legends hit theaters earlier this year, bringing the iconic martial arts franchise back to the big screen after 15 years. The movie arrived shortly after Cobra Kai wrapped up its six-season run, giving fans even more reasons to celebrate the return of their favorite characters.
The film is a major crossover event, combining the original Karate Kid trilogy starring Ralph Macchio with the 2010 reboot led by Jackie Chan. For the first time ever, both versions of The Karate Kid come together in one movie.
Newcomer Ben Wang plays Li Fong, a talented young fighter stuck between two martial arts masters from different generations—Daniel LaRusso (played by Ralph Macchio) and Mr. Han (played by Jackie Chan). The two mentors guide Li Fong through a high-stakes journey that tests his fighting skills, discipline, and personal honor.
How Much Has Karate Kid: Legends Made at the Box Office?
Despite facing tough competition from big titles like Lilo & Stitch and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Karate Kid: Legends still had a strong opening. The film debuted in third place at the domestic box office, earning $20 million during its first weekend.
According to Box Office Mojo, the movie has now made $76 million worldwide. Here’s the box office breakdown:
- Domestic (U.S. and Canada): $37 million
- International (other countries): $38 million
- Worldwide Total: $76 million
This strong start shows that fans are excited about the return of The Karate Kid, especially with the crossover between old and new characters.
How Legends Compares to Other Karate Kid Movies
Karate Kid: Legends is currently the fourth highest-grossing movie in the entire Karate Kid series. It’s just behind the original 1984 film, which made $91 million. If Legends keeps performing well, it could soon pass the original and take the number three spot.
Here’s how all the Karate Kid movies rank based on their worldwide box office earnings:
- The Karate Kid (2010) – $359 million
- The Karate Kid Part II (1986) – $115 million
- The Karate Kid (1984) – $91 million
- Karate Kid: Legends (2025) – $76 million
- The Karate Kid Part III (1989) – $38 million
- The Next Karate Kid (1994) – $15 million
While Legends has a long way to go to beat the 2010 reboot, it’s already ahead of some of the older films in the franchise.
Low Budget, High Profit: Why Legends Is a Win
One reason Karate Kid: Legends is considered a success is its low production budget. The movie was made for just $45 million (according to The Numbers). With a global total of $76 million so far, it’s already close to doubling its budget.
According to Screen Rant, if the film keeps attracting audiences, it could end up earning between $100 million and $110 million before its theatrical run ends. That would make it a profitable hit for the studio and open the door for more movies or even spin-offs in the Karate Kid universe.
So far, no sequel has been officially announced, but with this kind of success, it wouldn’t be a surprise if the story continues.
Conclusion:
Karate Kid: Legends has proven that the beloved franchise still has power at the box office. With a mix of nostalgia, fresh talent, and strong performances from fan-favorite characters, the film is not only a financial win—it’s also a big hit with audiences. Whether or not this leads to another sequel or more spin-offs, one thing is clear: The Karate Kid is far from finished.
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