Karate Kid: Legends Breaks Franchise Record with Shockingly Short Runtime!

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In a surprising twist, the duration of the new film “Karate Kid: Legends” is expected to break franchise records when it premieres on May 30, marking the first movie in the series since 2010’s “The Karate Kid.” The story revolves around a gifted kung fu practitioner residing in New York City who prepares for a significant karate tournament under the tutelage of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso, portrayed by Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio respectively. Besides Chan and Macchio, the cast of “Karate Kid: Legends” also features Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Ming-Na Wen, Aramis Knight, and Shaunette Renée Wilson.

As reported by AMC Theatres, the running time for the movie “Karate Kid: Legends” is 94 minutes, thereby marking it as the shortest film in the entire Karate Kid series. Previously, no other film had a runtime shorter than 107 minutes, which was the duration of “The Next Karate Kid“, featuring Noriyuki “Pat” Morita and Hilary Swank.

What This Means For Karate Kid: Legends

Runtime Should Not Discourage Audiences

For the movie “Karate Kid: Legends”, the running time given by AMC, which is approximately 94 minutes, differs from the 118 minutes displayed on Rotten Tomatoes and other movie/TV sites. However, it’s important to note that duration can sometimes fluctuate. Since this film information comes from a major theater brand where tickets will eventually be sold, their provided runtime might be more reliable. As a result, “Karate Kid: Legends” is expected to become the shortest installment in the series when officially released. On the other hand, the longest entry in the franchise, starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan, is “The Karate Kid”, with a runtime of 140 minutes.

In terms of running time, the original “The Karate Kid” is slightly longer at 126 minutes, while both “The Karate Kid Part II” and “Part III” are slightly shorter at 113 and 112 minutes respectively. Nevertheless, a shorter runtime should not discourage audiences from watching “Karate Kid: Legends”. Length does not equate to quality in this case. The franchise continues to be cherished by fans and has a significant presence in pop culture. The success of the 2010 installment and “Cobra Kai” indicates that viewers are still keen on Karate Kid content, potentially making the upcoming movie even more enticing.

Our Take On The Reported Karate Kid: Legends Runtime

It Should Make The Most Of 94 Minutes

As an ardent fan, I eagerly anticipate the imminent premiere of “Karate Kid: Legends,” given its concise 94-minute runtime. It’s intriguing to speculate how both critics and viewers will respond to this brief but potentially impactful film. If it manages to pack a punch with its action sequences, weave an engaging narrative around Mr. Han and Daniel, and skillfully introduce the new character, Li Fong, then it might just be another triumph for the franchise.

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2025-05-04 21:48