The original film about a high school student who is being bullied who teams up with an unlikely mentor made an impact with audiences and critics alike, when The Karate Kid premiered approximately 35 years ago. Since then, there are countless generations who have been drawn to the story of the underdog turned champion, in several versions and sequels of The Karate Kid that have followed. Now, Cobra Kai continues to bring in audiences who are eager to see what happened to the original characters of the first movie, and interest in martial arts has been reignited worldwide. We take a close look at the magic of the original movie, from the casting to behind-the-scenes shenanigans among the cast members, as we celebrate the story of Daniel-san and Mr. Miyagi.