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The Karate Kid Part III

“First it was teacher to student. Then it was father to son. Now, it's man to man.”

★ 5.9(1,862)19891h 52m

The Karate Kid Part III is streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: John G. Avildsen
Release date: 1989-06-16
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: English
Box office: $38,956,288
Budget: $12,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures
Part of: The Karate Kid Collection

The Karate Kid Part III — trailer

About The Karate Kid Part III

The Karate Kid Part III is a 1989 movie in the Action, Family and Drama genres, directed by John G. Avildsen, starring Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita and Robyn Lively. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 1,862 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Karate Kid Part III in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Ralph Macchio

Daniel

Pat Morita

Mr. Miyagi

Robyn Lively

Jessica

Thomas Ian Griffith

Terry

Martin Kove

Kreese

Sean Kanan

Mike Barnes

Jonathan Avildsen

Snake

William Christopher Ford

Dennis

Randee Heller

Lucille

Pat E. Johnson

Referee

Rick Hurst

Announcer

Frances Bay

Mrs. Milo

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Karate Kid Part III in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream The Karate Kid Part III on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD.

Is The Karate Kid Part III on Netflix?+

Yes — The Karate Kid Part III is available to stream on Netflix in Japan.

How long is The Karate Kid Part III?+

The Karate Kid Part III has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in The Karate Kid Part III?+

The Karate Kid Part III stars Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Robyn Lively, Thomas Ian Griffith and Martin Kove.

When did The Karate Kid Part III come out?+

The Karate Kid Part III is a 1989 movie directed by John G. Avildsen.

What genre is The Karate Kid Part III?+

The Karate Kid Part III is Action, Family, Drama and Adventure film.

Who directed The Karate Kid Part III?+

The Karate Kid Part III was directed by John G. Avildsen.