Johnny and his friends leave a humiliated Kreese and Cobra Kai behind. He threatens a deadly blow but instead comically tweaks Kreese's nose and walks away. Miyagi intervenes and passively immobilizes Kreese. A sequel titled The Karate Kid Part III was released in 1989.Īfter his dojo's loss in the 1984 All-Valley Karate Tournament, a furious John Kreese attacks his student Johnny Lawrence in the parking lot. The film was a commercial success, grossing $130 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 1986. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising Morita's performance as well as the new location and characters, while others criticized elements of the storyline, the antagonists, and some of the action scenes. The Karate Kid Part II was theatrically released in the United States on June 20, 1986. Locations included Oahu, which was used to represent Okinawa in the film. Principal photography began in September 1985 in Los Angeles, and filming completed in December 1985. Upon completion of the final script, Macchio and Morita were re-signed and additional casting took place between May and July 1985. Miyagi (Morita) to see his dying father in Okinawa, only to encounter an old friend-turned-rival with a long-harbored grudge against Miyagi.įollowing the success of the first installment, preparation for a sequel began immediately. The Karate Kid Part II follows Daniel LaRusso (Macchio), who accompanies his karate teacher Mr. It is the second installment in the Karate Kid franchise and the sequel to the 1984 film The Karate Kid, starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita. The Karate Kid Part II is a 1986 American martial arts drama film written by Robert Mark Kamen and directed by John G.

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