Karate Kid Legends Cast: All New and Returning Stars Revealed

This week, we’re seeing the debut of a fresh Karate Kid movie, which is the first one released after the 2010 remake, and it’s unique because original cast member Ralph Macchio reprises his role as Daniel LaRusso, a character he last played in 1989.

Absolutely, you might have noticed Macchio appearing more frequently in the Netflix TV show spin-off, Cobra Kai. This new movie continues the storyline from that series and reintroduces Jackie Chan’s character, Mr. Han, who was last seen in the 2010 film.

A variety of fresh actors have joined this duo, spearheaded by Ben Wang’s Li Fong. Notable stars from shows like Ms Marvel, Dawson’s Creek, and The Mandalorian are part of the cast as well. Additionally, there’s a fleeting appearance by another franchise icon, William Zabka.

Read on for the full list of stars who feature in Karate Kid: Legends.

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As a cinephile, I’m absolutely thrilled by the latest wave of cinema offerings! Movies like Wicked, Nosferatu, The Brutalist, and even Moana’s sequel are creating quite a stir in UK theaters, making this an unforgettable moment for film enthusiasts.

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Karate Kid: Legends full cast list

Just below, you’ll discover the complete list of actors featured in this movie. For additional details about their roles and possible previous appearances, keep reading further.

Ben Wang as Li Fong
Jackie Chan as Mr Han
Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso
Joshua Jackson as Victor Lipani
Sadie Stanley as Mia Lipani
Ming-Na Wen as Dr Fong
Aramis Knight as Connor Day
Wyatt Oleff as Alan
Shaunette Renée Wilson as Ms Morgan
William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence

Ben Wang plays Li Fong

A young, exceptionally talented Chinese martial artist known as Li Fong, who is trained by Master Han, embarks on a fresh journey in New York alongside his mother, leaving behind their home in Beijing.

Has Ben Wang acted in any other productions aside from American Born Chinese on Disney Plus? Previously, he has taken leading roles in Chang Can Dunk and the forthcoming Mean Girls remake of 2024, as well as being cast for a part in the upcoming Hunger Games film titled Sunrise on the Reaping.

Jackie Chan plays Mr Han

Who is Mr. Han? He is a highly respected martial arts master at a wuguan (martial arts school) in Beijing. This is where Li Fong trains before departing China with his mother for New York City. You may recall that Mr. Han was also featured in the 2010 reboot of The Karate Kid.

Is there anything more that you would like to know about the diverse roles taken on by Jackie Chan, some of which include Drunken Master, Police Story, the Rush Hour series, Shanghai Noon and its sequel Shanghai Knights, The Foreigner, and voice work in the Kung Fu Panda movies?

Ralph Macchio plays Daniel LaRusso

Who is Daniel LaRusso? To enthusiasts of the series, he’s the Miyagi-do karate master who instructs Li in Miyagi karate within New York City. As the main character of the initial trilogy, he was later brought back for Cobra Kai.

What are some other films or shows has Ralph Macchio appeared in besides Karate Kid?

Aramis Knight plays Connor Day

Who, exactly, is Connor Day? He’s an apprentice in karate at a nearby dojo, but he stands out as Li’s primary competitor – not just in martial arts, but also in matters of the heart.

Has Aramis Knight done any other projects aside from those mentioned? Yes, he made his debut at the tender age of 6 on Boston Legal, and has been quite active in the industry since then, with roles in films like Ender’s Game and TV series such as Into the Badlands and Ms. Marvel.

Sadie Stanley plays Mia Lipani

Who is Mia Lipani? A student at Li’s new school who becomes a love interest to both Li and Connor.

As a cinephile, I’ve been captivated by Sadie Stanley’s performances. Besides her iconic role as Kim Possible in the Disney Channel’s live-action adaptation, she’s graced our screens with appearances on hit shows like The Goldbergs, Dead to Me, and Cruel Summer. Her filmography also includes Let Us In and The Sleepover.

Joshua Jackson plays Victor Lipani

Who is Victor Lipani? Mia’s father who is a former boxer and now owns the pizzeria where Li works.

Apart from these shows, have you seen Joshua Jackson in other productions as well? Some notable ones are Dawson’s Creek, Fringe, The Affair, Dr. Death, The Mighty Ducks series, and Cruel Intentions.

Ming-Na Wen plays Dr Fong

Who is Dr Fong? Li’s mother, who is reluctant of her son’s martial arts practice.

Has Ming-Na Wen appeared in any other productions besides ER, Agents of SHIELD, The Mandalorian, and Mulan (where she lent her voice to the main character)?

Wyatt Oleff plays Alan

I am a tutor and friend of Alan, who generously allows him to use his rooftop garden with pet pigeons for training purposes.

Besides IT and IT: Chapter 2, where Wyatt Oleff played the character Stanley, he has also made appearances as a younger Peter Quill in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Additionally, you may recognize him from the Netflix series I Am Not Okay with This and Apple TV+’s crime drama City on Fire.

Shaunette Renée Wilson plays Ms Morgan

Who is Ms Morgan? A teacher at Li’s new school in New York.

Has Shaunette Renée Wilson appeared in anything else besides The Resident, Black Panther, and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny?

William Zabka plays Johnny Lawrence

What about the man, known as Johnny Lawrence? He’s a long-standing adversary of Daniel LaRusso, an ex-instructor at the Cobra Kai dojo, and he took on that role again in the series, Cobra Kai.

Is there anything else William Zabka is recognized for, apart from the franchise he’s famous for? Well, he’s also been seen in National Lampoon’s European Vacation, Hot Tub Time Machine, and had TV appearances on The Equalizer and How I Met Your Mother.

2025-05-28 20:05