Karate Kid: Legends Box Office Prediction: How Will the Jackie Chan Sequel Perform?

Jackie Chan joins forces with Ralph Macchio in the upcoming film “Karate Kid: Legends,” and fans are eagerly anticipating its theater debut. They’re curious about both the box office projection for the movie and whether it might face a flop. The beloved Karate Kid franchise, which originally kicked off with the 1984 release of The Karate Kid, has long held a special place in the hearts of many moviegoers.

Here’s a breakdown of the box office forecast for The Karate Kid: Legends, discussing whether this film might become a hit or miss with audiences.

What is the box office prediction for Karate Kid: Legends’ opening weekend?

On May 30, 2025, the new movie “Karate Kid: Legends” is set to hit theaters. Consequently, speculations about its box office performance have started circulating.

Based on findings from Box Office Theory, the upcoming Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio film might surprise us all by earning around $45 million during its initial three-day run. Moreover, the release date coinciding with Memorial Day on May 26, 2025, could potentially contribute to its success.

Furthermore, it’s projected that the initial release of Karate Kid: Legends could potentially earn up to $58 million, while its domestic earnings might range between $120 million and $178 million.

Will Karate Kid: Legends flop or succeed?

Karate Kid: Legends could become one of the breakout hits this year.

According to Forbes, the combination of nostalgic appeal from the film and the partnership between Jackie Chan’s character, Mr. Han, and Ralph Macchio’s character, Daniel LaRusso, makes it likely that Karate Kid: Legends will draw a huge crowd.

Just as fans have been excited about the continuation of the storyline with Netflix’s Cobra Kai, they may also be eager to see what unfolds in the broader Karate Kid universe. In contrast to The Karate Kid remake from the 2010s featuring Jaden Smith, which grossed $359 million globally, a potential new film titled Karate Kid: Legends could potentially earn around $500 million.

Apart from Chan and Macchio, the upcoming movie features Ben Wang, Sadie Stanley, and many more.

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2025-05-02 21:40