It’s been decades since “The Karate Kid” crane-kicked its way into pop culture history, and now the beloved franchise is back with a brand-new chapter.
“Karate Kid: Legends” hit theaters on May 30, raking in $21 million at the domestic box office during its opening weekend. While it didn’t manage to top “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” or Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” live-action remake, it still packed enough punch to get fans talking.
Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, “Legends” brings together martial arts icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio alongside a new generation hero — Li Fong, played by the talented Ben Wang. The result is a fast-paced, feel-good action-comedy that doesn’t aim for perfection, but hits its stride with charm.
Sure, it could’ve used more time with its legendary masters and a little breathing room between brawls, but thanks to Wang’s charismatic lead performance, “Karate Kid: Legends” earns its spot in the franchise.
So, when can you catch all the action from the comfort of your own home? Here’s our best guess at when “Karate Kid: Legends” could be available to stream on Netflix.
When will ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ be available to stream at home?
“Karate Kid: Legends” is now available for digital rental and purchase as of July 7, 2025. The movie follows Sony’s recent 2025 PVOD pattern, which typically sees movies arriving on digital platforms about 4 to 5 weeks after their theatrical debut.
For context, “Until Dawn” hit theaters on April 25 and arrived on PVOD just under a month later on May 23, while “Heart Eyes” went from theaters on February 7 to PVOD on March 4.
Following this trend, “Karate Kid: Legends,” which was released in theaters on May 30, has now made its digital debut for audiences to watch at home. You can rent or buy this movie on platforms like Amazon and Apple TV.
When could ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ come to Netflix?
Following its PVOD release, “Karate Kid: Legends” is expected to make its streaming debut on Netflix, thanks to Sony’s ongoing Pay 1 deal with the platform. Historically, Sony titles appear on Netflix around 4 months after their theatrical release, specifically on a Thursday.
Based on that trend, I predict “Karate Kid: Legends” to arrive on Netflix sometime in late September 2025. A rough estimate would be around Thursday, September 25, 2025, keeping in line with Sony’s typical release pattern.
Again, keep in mind this date could change, and right now it's purely speculation. So, if you’re waiting to stream the latest karate showdown from the comfort of your home, late summer to early fall is your best bet.
We’ll keep this page updated in the meantime when we get more news on streaming dates.
