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- Time of India
Karate Kid Legends on OTT: Jackie Chan's film likely to premiere on Netflix in September
Karate Kid Legends on OTT: Karate Kid Legends, one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year, is finally out in theatres. The martial arts drama hit the screens on May 30 amid much fanfare. According to Decider, it will premiere on Netflix after its run in theatres. Sony, the company behind the Karate Kid saga, has a deal with the streaming giant.
Karate Kid Legend may premiere on Netflix in September
Jackie Chan is in the limelight because of his latest film Karate Kid Legends, which opened in theatres on May 30. According to Decider, the film will be available to stream on Netflix once its run in theatres ends. In 2021, the streaming platform signed a 5-year deal with Sony.
It gives Netflix first pay window rights for Sony Films. Moreover, Karate Kid Legends will pair quite well with Cobra Kai. The Ralph Macchio-led series serves as a sequel/successor to the Karate Kid film series.
There's no official word on the OTT release date. However, Sony films usually drop on Netflix four months after premiering in theatres. As such, one can expect it to premiere on Netflix in late September.
About Karate Kid Legends
Karate Kid Legends is a martial arts drama directed by Jonathan Entwistle. It centres on a Kung Fu prodigy who is forced to upgrade his skills to take part in a coveted competition. The cast is headlined by Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and Ben Wang. Its music is composed by Dominic Lewis.
