The Next Karate Kid is a 1994 American action drama film directed by Christopher Cain and written by Mark Lee. The fourth installment in The Karate Kid franchise, the film centers on Mr. Miyagi’s decision to mentor Julie, a troubled teenager who blames herself for her parents’ tragic death. Gradually, he helps her to navigate through her grief and find a sense of hope.
Here’s how you can watch and stream The Next Karate Kid via streaming services such as Hulu.
Is The Next Karate Kid available to watch via streaming?
Yes, The Next Karate Kid is available to watch via streaming on Hulu.
During a trip to Boston, Mr. Miyagi meets the widow of his former commanding officer and her granddaughter, Julie. The latter is a teenage girl grappling with anger issues and the pain of losing both parents in an accident. Julie struggles to find her place and often clashes with her grandmother. Understanding her pain, Mr. Miyagi offers to teach her karate as a means of overcoming her emotional struggles and finding peace.
The cast members of The Next Karate Kid include Noriyuki “Pat” Morita as Mr. Miyagi, Hilary Swank as Julie Pierce, Michael Ironside as Colonel Paul Dugan, Constance Towers as Louisa Pierce, Chris Conrad as Eric McGowen, and more.
Watch The Next Karate Kid streaming via Hulu
The Next Karate Kid is available to watch on Hulu. Only Murders in the Building, We Were The Lucky Ones, All of Us Strangers, Such Brave Girl, A Murder at the End of the World, and Echo are some of the popular titles available for streaming with a Hulu subscription plan.
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The Next Karate Kid synopsis is as follows:
“Mr. Miyagi decides to take Julie, a troubled teenager, under his wing after he learns that she blames herself for her parents’ demise and struggles to adjust with her grandmother and fellow pupils.”
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