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June 22, 1984: “The Karate Kid” Premieres

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On June 22, 1984, the beloved film “The Karate Kid” premiered, directed by John G. Avildsen. The movie starred Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso, Noriyuki “Pat” Morita as Mr. Miyagi, Elisabeth Shue as Ali Mills, Martin Kove as John Kreese, William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence, and Randee Heller as Lucille LaRusso.

With a budget of $8 million, “The Karate Kid” became a major box office success, grossing $100 million worldwide, including $90 million domestically. The film’s heartwarming story of a young underdog learning karate to defend himself and gain self-respect resonated with audiences, making it an iconic piece of 80s cinema.
 
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