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The Karate Kid Movie Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Karate Kid movies in order

Last updated: September 14 2026

Written by: ChronoChris

The Karate Kid grew from a 1980s classic into a sprawling saga including a remake, the hit series Cobra Kai, and a new crossover film. Here's how to watch it all in order.

The Karate Kid began with Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi's unforgettable mentorship and became a multigenerational franchise. Between the original sequels, the 2010 remake, the acclaimed series Cobra Kai, and the crossover Legends, there's more to watch than ever.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order shows how the saga expanded from the Miyagi era to the Cobra Kai revival.

  1. The Karate Kid (1984)
  2. The Karate Kid Part II (1986)
  3. The Karate Kid Part III (1989)
  4. The Next Karate Kid (1994)
  5. The Karate Kid (2010, remake)
  6. Cobra Kai (2018–2025, TV series)
  7. Karate Kid: Legends (2025)

The 2010 remake stood apart for years, but Legends and Cobra Kai weave the continuities together, so story order matters.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

Story chronology follows the original Miyagi-verse into Cobra Kai, then loops in the 2010 branch via Legends.

  1. The Karate Kid (1984)
  2. The Karate Kid Part II (1986)
  3. The Karate Kid Part III (1989)
  4. The Next Karate Kid (1994)
  5. The Karate Kid (2010)
  6. Cobra Kai (2018–2025)
  7. Karate Kid: Legends (2025)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Start with the 1984 original and its two direct sequels β€” they're the emotional core. Then watch Cobra Kai, which brilliantly continues Daniel and Johnny's rivalry decades later. The 2010 remake and Karate Kid: Legends can follow, with Legends bridging the two worlds. The Next Karate Kid is optional for completists.

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