The Karate Kid (1984) | *First Time Watching* | Movie Reaction | Asia and BJ 

That look of pride in Mr. Miyagi’s face STILL gets me, 40 years later. 😢

I think it's beautiful that once Daniel learned the heartache that Mr Miyagi was living with; he busted his ass to practice, and make Mr Miyagi proud of him. ❤

Kids and teens who grew up in the 80's will forever associate Bananarama's "Cruel Summer" with Daniel LaRusso riding his bike to school.

Legend has it that the song in the Tournament “you’re the best” was originally written for Rocky 3 but Stallone went with “eye of the tiger” instead. It was used for Karate Kid a year later.

I watched this in the theaters when I was 12 or 13. When Daniel landed that final kick, the audience went apeshit, haha. Great memories.

”Wax on, wax off” will forever be an iconic line.

Ralph Macchio still owns that yellow car to this day. He's 62 years old now, but looks like he's in his 40s.

People think this is just a silly 80s karate movie but it surprises people with heart. Its about Daniel and Miyagi. Their relationship through the trilogy is great.

Everyone is going to demand the whole series of movies and Kobra Kai. They're not wrong.

You guys HAVE to watch the other 3 movies in the Miyagi-verse and then you HAVE TO react to Cobra Kai, which takes place almost 35 years the OG movie from 1984. I was 7 when the OG movie came out. It inspired me to obtain a blue belt in Taekwando and a green belt in Shotokan. Ralph Maccio and William Zabka (Johnny) are in Cobra Kai! It's one of my new favorite shows. If you loved the Karate Kid as a kid, you'd LOVE Cobra Kai! The llast season (season 6) is getting ready to air either late this year or sometime next year so great time to start watching it! 11:29 "If come from inside you, always right one."

I was a kid when this movie came out. When I got to college, it became the go-to movie for watching at a moment's notice for me and my buddies. We could recite it, mimic it. We loved it. What a special movie!

Watch Cobra 🐍Kai after watching these

This just became my favorite Asia & BJ intro ! She tried so hard to keep a straight face and get it done.. lol BJ like NAH ! Lmao

Another vote for you guys watching Cobra Kai. It’s a sequel series set 35 years later and continues the story of Daniel and Johnny as middle aged adults with the same actors reprising their roles and teaching a new generation of kids.

Seriously one of the best movies of all time. PLEASE react to Karate Kid II next!!!

The discipline Mr. Miyagi was allegedly teaching Daniel was Guju-Ryu. (54 year practitioner) It originated in Okinawa and the founder's name was Chojun Miyagi, who inspired Mr. Miyagi's character. The primary teaching is defense. Only when that fails should you bring in an offensive posture and always end it as fast and efficiently as possible without hurting your opponent seriously unless absolutely necessary. NEVER hurt someone just because you can!

The line you missed was good advice especially for young people who only know how to look for answers outside of themselves. When they were cutting the Bonsai trees, he told daniel, "when it comes from inside of you, it's always right." ❤️

The crane kick at the end is the first time that I experienced the chills. As an adult, it is usually music that evokes that kind of sensation in me, but I will never forget the first time I watched this.

16:47 "Win, lose, no matter. You make good fight, earn respect." If only that were always true. Too many times, bullies don't care about respect. They just keep trying to hurt people. They only leave you alone because they know you can beat them. That's more fear than respect.

Wax On, Wax Off! Classic line!

Top 5 favorite movies of all time for sure. I was never really into animated movies. I was watching The Karate Kid 1 and 2, The Breakfast Club, Gremlins, Goonies and others at 3 or 4 years old.

You guys have to watch part 2 now!!! It’s actually just as good!!!

Mr. Miyagi's wife died from complications of child birth while being held at Manzanar, one of the concentration camps where Japanese American's were imprisoned. This occurred while he himself was fighting in the European theater with the 442nd Regiment which was made up almost entirely of Japanese Americans and is the most decorated unit in US military history.

The Karate Kid is such a great movie. I always cry, because Mr. Miyagi reminds me so much of my grandfather. My grandfather's last name is Miyaji. My grandfather was from Okinawa as well. He used to talk very similar to me. He was so knowledgeable about everything. I learned so much from him. He used to wear khaki shirts and slacks as well. I miss him so much. The times we spent together was priceless. R.I.P. GRANDPA!!! I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!! ❤️❤️❤️🥹🥹🥹 Great reaction guys.👍👍👍 Oh, The Karate Kid III is just as great!!! 🔥🔥🔥 LOVE YOUR REACTIONS!!! ❤️❤️❤️

I saw this when I was 10 years old and studying Okinawan Karate. The resason that Mr. Miyagi had Daniel do the chores was to not only teach him basic defense, but to strengthen his muscles, especially the smaller muscle groups. Also, he looked at Daniel as the son that he lost. 😉 Loved seeing you guys react to this one!❤

Funny thing is Ralph Macchio was 22 during filming. the oldest cast member of the kids..

"I'm walkin' around with a bat from now on." Oh CRAP, that caught me off guard. Too funny....

A lot of people get confused that Mr. Miyagi calls Daniel “Daniel Son”, when he’s actually calling him “Daniel-San” which is just a polite title for Mr. in Japanese.

The best part is watching Miyagi's face after Daniel used that crane kick. Miyagi was training and doing that all his life, but never had to use it, and he realized Daniel was observing his teachings at that moment

Guys... you _have to_ watch The Last Dragon! Last Dragon, Karate Kid, and Revenge of the Ninja are quintessential 80s martial arts films!

Mr. Miyagi's wife was in an internment camp, I believe. She died in childbirth due to lack of medical care. All while Mr. Miyagi had volunteered to fight for the U.S. in Europe against Germany. A lot of folks miss this bit. Edit: Karate Kid II is a must. III...? But, II goes pretty hard.

Pat Morita is a legend, you could really see the passion in his eyes. RIP legend

That boat scene was not scripted.. Pat Morita was just having fun by dunking Ralph but they kept it in. You can tell Ralph was not expecting that cold water.

All 3 are good. Pat Morita was on a few episodes on Sanford & Son. He was also on Happy Days as Al. He was a comedian.

Wow. I can't believe you guys are just now getting to this one. This is a classic. And I thought everyone has seen this movie. But better late than never. @AsiaandBJ - Mr. Miyagi calls him Daniel-san as a sign of respect. That is the "san" part.

You guys have really never seen this movie?!?!? Sweet mother of all that's holy!!!😄 This movie is a national treasure! We who grew up in the 80s wouldn't trade it for anything!💯

Ralph's best movie, Crossroads. My friends and I had a Crossroads party once a year for many years. Got together and watched it. GREAT movie!!!!!

Three things from this movie any Gen X kid will respond to "Sweep the leg" "Get him a body bag" and we cannot hear "You're the best" by Joe Esposito without hearing that ref going "yahhh" and "point, winner!" Speaking of that song, funny you guys mentioned Rocky as it was originally pitched for Rocky 3 (But Stallone wanted and unkown band it honor of Rocky being an unknown in the first movie) Also the guy you called "Mr Blond Eyebrows" is the son of the late Steve McQueen

Let’s add Kobra Kai to the watch list!! After you watch Karate Kid 2 and 3 of course!!!

With the Bonsai, Mr. Miyagi taught Daniel how to focus his mind, not to wander as he does.

Fun fact With cooperative weather, you can walk across the United States in about 95 days. Driving is a little faster. There's a greyhound from New York to Los Angeles that takes almost two weeks. 2 weeks on a bus, man I wouldn't know whether to laugh or cry. Edit: bonsai are the most magnificent gift. if you really want a new level of appreciation for mr. Myagi's gift of the bonsai to Danny and his mom, look up how long it takes to grow and sculpt a bonsai and check out how much a mature, well manicured bonsai is worth.

I’ve actually driven from Newark to Los Angeles. If you stop to sleep, maybe see a couple sights once you hit the rockies and the deserts on the western side of the them, it takes about 4-5 days.

This movie came out in 1984, it's been 40 years! I was in kindergarten lol. A classic, "Get him a bodybag....yeaaah!" 😂

One of my most favorite memories as a kid growing up in the 80's. When we checked out this VHS from the video store, I think my family and I wore it out, as many times as we watched it on our VCR. Wow. There are so many dated things in that previous statement. Ha!

I feel like Mr Myagi training was a lot like what the Army does. It's not just about punching and fitness. You learn muscle memory for different positions, you learn how to harden your body, stamina, being out in the elements, pushing through and focusing until the job is done, and all that translated into a better student that can now learn how to fight more effectively and effeciently.

Took me about 3 days to get to AZ from Boston. 3-4 days from NJ to CA sounds about right. Fun fact, Ralph Macchio owns that yellow Ford to this day. Such a great flick. A fav of my father and I.

Sometimes you think you see everything,but not everything is what you eyes see,you think you were just wroking but you were learning karate. I will always rememember his words that they were like: Daniel:You could have kill him Miyagi:For a man without no mercy in his heart,to live with that is worst than death this movie along with Terminator and Back to the future were,are and will be gems forever. Grettings from Argentina.

The late great Pat Morita (Mr. Myagai) started off as a standup comedian. He was on the 1970s sitcom Happy Days and appeared Sanford and Son! He actually did a great Redd Foxx impersonation!

I am Japanese, and after watching this movie, whenever I saw a standing wood in town I would stand on one leg and practice my crane technique, and I also practiced Miyagi-do defense moves almost every day. Btw the crane technique can also be used in real fight! In a UFC match, Lyoto Machida knocked out Randy Couture with a the crane technique!

Classic movie, the guy Dutch that got into Daniel's face in the locker room is the son of Steve McQueen. Mr. Miyagi is somewhere in my top 5 favorite movie characters of all time and Pat did get an Oscar nomination for this movie.

"I tried to do the crane kick and they grabbed my leg, threw me down!" LOL

I loved the Karate kid so much when I was a kid. I watched it 2X sometimes 3X a day for seven years.

I love this movie. This is why, while i was in Afghan, i told my Marines to "sweep the leg."

Funny thing is Pat Morita that played Mr. Miyagi was a comedian in the 60' and 70's an speaks perfect English...he spoke with that accent to make it more authentic...one of his good friends was Redd Foxx (Fred Sanford)...look up Pat Morita interviews on how he became Mr. Miyagi, they're interesting and funny👍

The flute you hear is actually a Romanian Panpipe, played by Gheorges Zamfir

I appreciate this movie a lot more as an adult. I hated it growing up because I was bullied, and physically abused at home; just constantly being beaten up, and I started Karate when I was 9. My sensei was very much like Kreese from Kobra Kai. He had me fighting as a White & Yellow belt against students who were brown & black belts (with no protective gear, no padding on the head, fists or feet!) We were supposed to wear pads, but he didn't believe in them, and it was full contact. I was getting pummeled 3x a week trying to learn how to defend myself. After a year + of that, I convinced my mom to take me somewhere else. So I started Kung Fu (which erased all my training). I was an Orange belt after a year, and a half, now I was a white belt again (actually no belt to start over). The Belt system is White, then you're given Kata's (a series of moves that gets more and more advanced) then you earn a yellow stripe, then two, then you go through longer Kata's and a much bigger challenge to get your yellow belt and so on. Same with all belts, it's a ton of work. Then it's Orange or gold, then green, purple, blue, red, brown and black. Then 10 degrees of black belt. It was a much better place, but after two years I was only a green belt halfway to purple, then we couldn't afford it anymore. I was 13. I hated that he was treated like he was so superior to me in just 2 months when in reality it's impossible to compete as he did. I did tournaments, that was realistic (except a punch to the face was illegal (or was in the 80's)). Daniel would barely make it out of the first round (if he was lucky) so I felt like the movie was a lie. I was just a kid, and expecting it to be more like what I went through. The beatings he took were realistic, I know that much, and had many a lot worse. I can say this much, I've been in maybe 100 fights since I left martial arts (only once as an adult, but I never started a fight in my life. I just end them). Since that time with all the bullying I never lost a fight again. Well... once. After getting off the bus on the way home in 8th grade, I was jumped from behind by 5 other kids. The other time was as a freshman in college. We were also jumped from behind late at night in the dark by several guys. I fought back as best as I could. I don't recall being hit after the first hit to my right knee by something. I blocked everything else despite the fact that I couldn't see anything, but I was stabbed and cut in the face by a knife (which probably saved my roommates life because he was behind me holding onto my shirt). That was 1993. Proud to say I haven't been in a fight since. I HATE FIGHTING!!! But it was a rough childhood for sure. The wax on wax off stuff was a less effective representation of the 8 blocks. That's the very first thing I learned. In the movie, the blocks are real, but they aren't full motion, more like a 3/4 motion or block. Understanding film making, I enjoy it a lot now, but man it pissed me off when I was a kid. Two Months??? No way in Hell!

Karate Kid came out in 1984 along with Beverly Hills Cop and Ghostbusters and now 40 years later all 3 of those movies are coming out either on Netflix (Beverly Hills Cop) or at the theatre.

11:22-11:26 "If it come(s) from inside you, it (is) always (the) right one." Basically, telling Daniel to trim the tree from the heart; following that instinct will make it turn out okay. 42:03 Yep, Karate Kid II picks up directly after this one to tell a new story. Then there's III that settles Daniel's story with Mr. Miyagi as a trilogy. IV is a completely new student.

I graduated in 83 and this was a great 84 summer movie.

Greatest lesson from this movie…Balance is Key! This lesson has served me well throughout my whole life. Balance is key in every aspect of life

I love yalls chemistry together! Then how we get a female and male view, it makes a great mix

I know everyone is saying it but if you’re an 80’s kid and a fan of The Karate Kid like I was as a kid, you have to watch the next two films and then Cobra Kai. The way they revived that world and remixed the narrative is genius. It makes you nostalgic for the 80’s but also brings all of it into the present with the new Gen Z kids. It’s hilarious. I know BJ would love it and Asia too.

Surprisingly, Ralph Macchio was actually in his 20’s when this was filmed

i remember watching this at the cinema.. when Daniel did his big crane kick to win the tournament, the whole audience jumped up clapping and cheering, the atmosphere was crazy

The Karate Kid was inspired by the movie Rocky. John Avildsen directed the Karate Kid as he did Rocky and Bill Conti provided the music for the Karate Kid as he did Rocky. I remember after the success from the first Karate Kid, there was a high rise in karate enrollment all across the country. And going into the sequal Kararte Kid II, there was a huge market. Merchandise such as tshirts, posters, stickers, booklets, action figures all Karate Kid related.

Great reaction as usual you two. I always love your commentary. I love the father/son bond between Mr. Miyagi and Daniel was amazing. Daniel without a father and Mr. Migagi losing his son. This was healing from them both. But also, if you notice you had two military men.... Kreese from Vietnam and Mr. Miyagi was a Medal of Honor recipient from WWII. You are right about leadership. One being a bad leader and one a good leader. This movie always make me remember my father who passed...He was my Yoda/Mr. Miyagi...he always had words of wisdom and was a gentle but strong man.

Finish the KK movies and checkout Cobra Kai. Excellent series. I started my son in Kenpo when he was 10. He learned fast. He would send the other kids and teens flying when he kicked them and would have to greatly pull his punches. He was so strong physically that he had to spar with the adult class. Even they didn't want to get hit by him. He gets it from me. I broke several of the punching dummies with the sand filled bottoms. If I hit them as hard as I could, I'd always break the top part off. When my son turned 15, he decided to try the gym with his older brother. He did a 1200 lb leg press for 10 reps with zero issues. I'm so proud. Thx for the great video !!

A Masterpiece from the 80s. Watched it so many Times in the Movies back in the Days. We loved that Movie.

"Wax on, wax off". Sometimes life's lessons remain hidden until they need to be seen. That is what I took from that. I may be wrong though.

@Reelin with Asia and BJ Bruce Lee Starred in 4 Official Films...this is their Original Titles..."The Big Boss" "Fist of Fury" "Way of The Dragon" "Enter the Dragon"... then there is the Fillm footage that Bruce Lee did for "Game of Death" before he Died... this is Watchable in a Documentary about Bruce Lee and I highly recommend that you watch the Documentary about Bruce Lee to truly understand him...

I loved all three Karate Kid movies growing up that I ended up liking karate overall. Classic movies

One of my favorite movies. I’m with BJ. The scene where we realize Miyagi has actually been teaching Daniel the whole time brings a tear to my eye too.

Most people don't notice, but Mr. Miyagi never breaks eye contact with Kreese when he first meets him at the Cobra Kai dojo. He later says, "Always look eye."

Look eye always look eye flipping kills me everytime...my hubbs was teaching a friend how to do something and she wasn't paying attention and he said this line we all fell out...hysterical however you hear it lol

Dutch is Steve McQueen's son!

The actress who plays Ali Elizabeth Shue.She was also in Back To The Future.

8:43 Asia: Busts BJ's Balls BJ: "I'm a Karate Man! I bruise on the inside!". 🤣

Asia the MVP of this reaction she had me cackling every time Daniel was doing a new chore and I am here for her disdain and contempt for Kreese 😂😂

Ralph Macchio played Johnny in the Outsiders. Johnny was the guy that died at the end from the burns he got rescuing that little kids from a burning building!

Karate BJ is the best thing I will see today, I am positive. Asia's face at 28:04 was hilarious! She didn't even need to say "He botherin' me!" that was a "He-botherin-me" face if I ever saw one.

Watch all 3 of these movies closely then enjoy all the Easter eggs in Cobra Kai!

Karate Kid's influence on BJ's childhood is like the influence that The Goonies had on me. Don't get me wrong, for a solid 3-4 years, we would go to the playground after school and have ourselves karate matches in the sandpit (a prepubescent Fight Club). It made an impact on my childhood, but not in the same way The Goonies did. It's probably because I was a pretty adventurous kid and I also came from a poor household. As a child, I had convinced myself that, one day, one of my adventures would lead me to a treasure like One Eyed Willy's and that it would fix all of my family's problems.

Always thought it was neat Miyagi started with basic strength and muscle memory when training Daniel It really strengthens the underdog story since he is portrayed as a skinny target for the "bullies"

What a cute little puppy dog. You guys should have her on more often.. She would steal the show. Speaking of steal, this trilogy really brings back the innocence of that bi-gone era. Things that we loved and things that were not so good. It was life. And a good life is always full of challenges. Danny Laruso had many more to overcome in this trilogy

Movie was so full I had to seat on carpet in the isle 😂😂😂at the picture theater

17:58 Asia: "He's snoring!" BJ: "Nah, he meditating." Lmao 😁😂😅

Our dog was born and abandoned during hurricane Harvey, so he hates storms too, it's worse than a toddler in the middle of the night.

Mr. Miagi is training Daniel in the BASIC defence moves of Karate .... i saw the movie back in 1984 but first began on Karate in the 90s coz i met a person who had a high "belt" in it when i startet in a school for higher learning ...... After that i went into the army ..... and have never returned to Karate although i miss it ALOT but im old , gray and out of shape today ! 🤪 He works the basic defences into Daniels "spine" ..... so it kinda comes "natural" to him in the tournament ahead ! It is shown when Daniel thinks Mr. Miagi just wants cheap labour and Mr. Miagi tryes to hit him in different ways and Daniel fends of ALL the attacks like he was born to do so ! 🤪 PS : MANY people here in Denmark began to train Karate after this movie came out .... (And i think we ALL understand why)

Well WAY back when i was 14 there was a dude younger than me who had a FULL beard ! 🤪 NOT LYING here ! 😂 He was a HUGE dude too and like 12-13 years old ! HAHAHAH

"San" is a term of respect added to the end of a person's name in Japanese. Ex: Alex-san (like Mr./Ms./Mrs.). The art of bonsai takes a lot of work and practice-traditional Japanese Zen. And Mr. Miyagi's wife and child died in one of the Japanese internment camps... No doctor or medical care

This is an all time classic. The bond between Daniel and Mister Miyagi is perfect. All four movies are great. Although, most only watch the three and the 2010 remake.

"Always look eye, Asia." That was so random and hilarious.

What a sweet movie!! Was thinking about these earlier today. This is so good... but the 2nd one is even better. The soundtrack is gorgeous too. And Pat Morita simply shines. But in the 2nd one he really shows his acting chops. Make sure y'all watch that one fr.

23:50 “Both sides” 😂. Daniel only completed the inner face of the fence, not the outer face. 🤣

Me 2, 1 of my All -time Favorites! Love you both, making me laugh! Thank you both

So much nostalgia in this film, especially for us GenXers. Y'all are the best, I enjoyed this a lot 🫶. RIP Pat Morita (Mr. Miyagi)

Make sure to watch Cobra Kai after you've completed this trilogy. It's a great show.

The build up of the music on the final point and the proudness of Mr. Miyagi is just so good, one of my favorite moments in the film.

I feel you BJ we from the same generation. People just won't understand unless you were in it.

You guys have the best reviews in my book. Asia , you have the best humor and smile. Bj please keep the movies coming !