Fans Say Jackie Chan's Karate Kid: Legends Is ‘Fun' And Packed With Action
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Karate Kid: Legends has been directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The action drama sees the legendary Jackie Chan return as Mr Han after 15 years.
The newest chapter in the Karate Kid franchise, Karate Kid: Legends, has officially landed in theaters on Friday, May 30, and fans are already loving it. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the action drama sees the legendary Jackie Chan return as Mr Han after 15 years. Ben Wang and Ralph Macchio also feature in the movie.
With such a big legacy to follow, expectations were sky-high. So, did it deliver? According to fans, absolutely yes. People are calling it fun and a worthy addition to the Karate Kid world. Many were excited to see Jackie Chan reprise his role as Mr Han.
As a big fan of this franchise, I really enjoyed #KarateKidLegends even with it's flaws. Ben Wang is going to be a HUGE star in the next 5 years as he is fantastic and has so much charisma! This needed to be 120 minutes instead of 90 as it moves way to fast. Still had fun though! pic.twitter.com/zadr68C3if — Josh Titan (@joshbecker659) May 28, 2025
Another added, '#KarateKidLegends is a good time. As a fan of the original and Cobra Kai, this film was simply fun easy watching. I really like the setting and stylistic choices. Ben Wang is brilliant. The legends are good fun as well, still enjoy seeing LaRusso. Fight scenes go hard. Solid fun," they added.
#KarateKidLegends is a good time. As a fan of the original and Cobra Kai, this film was simply fun easy watching. I really like the setting and stylistic choices. Ben Wang is brilliant. The legends are good fun as well, still enjoy seeing LaRusso. Fight scenes go hard. Solid fun. pic.twitter.com/qwLirO6H4O — Matt (@Matt_2266) May 28, 2025
One account called it 'one of the best Karate Kid films by a landslide." 'Brilliant story and character moments. This is made with love. It setups up for BIG things to come in the most exciting way I seen since 2010. Bring your tissues but not because it's a sad movie," they added.
#KarateKidLegends is one of the best karate kid films by a landslide. Brilliant story and character moments. This is made with love. It setups up for BIG things to come in the most exciting way I seen since 2010. Bring your tissues but not because it's a sad movie. pic.twitter.com/Y8HKnwATta —
Another fan loved the action-packed feel, writing, '#KarateKidLegends is a fun & action-packed addition to the Karate Kid universe. Ben Wang is very likable as Li Fong & he's got an interesting backstory. For those worried about whether this would erase what happened in Cobra Kai, it doesn't. Also, a nice surprise ending!"
#KarateKidLegends is a fun & action-packed addition to the Karate Kid universe. Ben Wang is very likable as Li Fong & he's got an interesting backstory. For those worried about whether this would erase what happened in Cobra Kai, it doesn't. Also, a nice surprise ending! pic.twitter.com/JCQT7GFUZE
— John Nguyen (@JohnSpartan300) May 28, 2025
For one individual, the film was 'predictable and very fast." But even with those issues, they still had a great time and shared, 'It's got a lot of heart. Bringing in fantastic new & legacy characters, it's a nice entry to the KK legacy. Ben Wang is great as lead Li Fong. Loved seeing Macchio & Chan together."
#KarateKidLegends is a good time. Although, predictable & very fast. I still had a lot of fun — it's got a lot of heart. Bringing in fantastic new & legacy characters, it's a nice entry to the KK legacy. Ben Wang is great as lead Li Fong. Loved seeing Macchio & Chan together. pic.twitter.com/ZUrsFXWLjB — Jack (@JackkDoylee) May 28, 2025
Another review read, '#KarateKidLegends is an innocent & at times wholesome entry in the franchise. Ben Wang is a great likeable lead. Jackie Chan is always a fun treat. Ralph Macchio is sadly underused & the story is very predictable. Honestly die-hard fans will be lukewarm on it, the rest will love it."
#KarateKidLegends is an innocent & at times wholesome entry in the franchise. Ben Wang is a great likeable lead. Jackie Chan is always a fun treat.Ralph Macchio is sadly underused & the story is very predictable.Honestly die hard fans will be lukewarm on it, the rest will love it pic.twitter.com/ytYTxChft3 — Cris Parker (@3CFilmss) May 28, 2025
A person wrote, '#KarateKidLegends kicks a**! My biggest takeaway is the US has been severely deprived of Jackie Chan. Anyway, Ben Wang and Aramis Knight are bonafide action stars. There is some cheesiness, but it's hella fun, unites the franchises, and hyped me up for whatever comes next."
#KarateKidLegends kicks ass! My biggest takeaway is the US has been severely deprived of Jackie Chan. Anyway, Ben Wang and Aramis Knight are bonafide action stars. There is some cheesiness, but it's hella fun, unites the franchises, and hyped me up for whatever comes next pic.twitter.com/IngvuJODBO — K.E.V.I.N. Fenix (@FenixNests) May 28, 2025
Karate Kid: Legends follows Li Fong (Ben Wang), a skilled young kung fu fighter who moves to New York City. What starts off as a simple new beginning becomes something much bigger when he gets the attention of a local karate champion. With guidance from the legendary Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and the iconic Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li steps into the dojo to prove that he has got the spirit of a true martial artist.
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