Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Vidiots, Los Angeles
**Screenwriter**: Robert Mark Kamen **Producer**: Jerry Weintraub *Wax on, wax off,* once again. Before *Cobra Kai*, before Jaden and Jackie, there was Daniel-san. The enduring classic from 1984, director Robert Mark Kamen’s *The Karate Kid* delivers a swift kick in the coming-of-age film’s pants by sending a New Jersey teen with a chip on his shoulder to Reseda. In a search for friends, he finds some of cinema’s worst bullies at the Cobra Kai dojo, and a mentor named Mr. Miyagi, who teaches Daniel to trust his spirit as he trusts his body. Starring Ralph Macchio, Elizabeth Shue, William Zabka, and the late, great Pat Morita, the original *Karate Kid* is still the best around. With a chance to see it on the big screen, nothing’s gonna ever keep you down. **Picks from the Video Store** We love Pat Morita! Take home more gems from his wild career on glorious physical media tonight! *Even Cowboys Get the Blues, Do or Die, Auntie Lee’s Meat Pies* **Accessibility Options**: Amplified Audio, please see the box office for devices.