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The Karate Kid Part III

Seen it?

1989 | 112 min | Action, Family, Drama, Adventure

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

It made about 10 times its budget, but just 15% on Rotten Tomatoes and a lukewarm 5.9 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for action fans and families. If you loved The Karate Kid or Batman Begins, start here.
The mood
Feel-good.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 52 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG: peril. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

Despondent over the closing of his karate school, Cobra Kai teacher John Kreese joins a ruthless businessman and martial artist to get revenge on Daniel and Mr. Miyagi.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    15% on Rotten Tomatoes, 36 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.9 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No real honors on record. Nominated for 5 Razzies, the "worst of the year" awards. Razzies don't count toward the rating.

  • Box office & staying powerStrong

    $130 million worldwide on a $13 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 178K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by John G. Avildsen

  • Ralph MacchioDaniel
  • Pat MoritaMr. Miyagi
  • Robyn LivelyJessica
  • Thomas Ian GriffithTerry
  • Martin KoveKreese
  • Sean KananMike Barnes
  • Jonathan AvildsenSnake
  • William Christopher FordDennis
  • Randee HellerLucille
  • Pat E. JohnsonReferee