Which actor plays 'Mr. Han' - the new name for 'Mr. Miyagi' - in the 2010 remake of 'The Karate Kid'?
"refashioned as a star vehicle for Jaden Smith"" and that it would ""borrow elements from the original plot, wherein a bullied youth learns to stand up for himself with the help of an eccentric mentor."" On June 22, 2009, Jackie Chan told a Los Angeles Chinatown concert crowd that he was leaving for Beijing to film the remake as Jaden Smith's teacher. Despite maintaining the original title, the 2010 remake does not feature karate, which is from Okinawa (Japan), but focuses on the main character learning kung fu in China. Chan told interviewers that film cast members generally referred to"
"Mr. Miyagi Mr. Miyagi is a fictional karate master played by Japanese American actor Pat Morita in The Karate Kid (franchise). Mr. Miyagi mentors the characters Daniel LaRusso and Julie Pierce in the films. Morita earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor nomination for his performance in The Karate Kid. As written in Japanese characters in ""The Karate Kid Part II"", his name is 宮城成義, which is translated as Nariyoshi Miyagi in the ""Cobra Kai"" television series. However, he is called Keisuke Miyagi at the start of ""The Next Karate Kid"", and Miyagi Yakuga in the 1989 animated television"
"Fame in 2015 in the Contributor Category. Mr. Miyagi Mr. Miyagi is a fictional karate master played by Japanese American actor Pat Morita in The Karate Kid (franchise). Mr. Miyagi mentors the characters Daniel LaRusso and Julie Pierce in the films. Morita earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor nomination for his performance in The Karate Kid. As written in Japanese characters in ""The Karate Kid Part II"", his name is 宮城成義, which is translated as Nariyoshi Miyagi in the ""Cobra Kai"" television series. However, he is called Keisuke Miyagi at the start of ""The Next Karate Kid"", and"
"Pat Morita Noriyuki ""Pat"" Morita (June 28, 1932 – November 24, 2005) was an American film and television actor who played Matsuo ""Arnold"" Takahashi on ""Happy Days"" (1975–1983) and Mr. Miyagi in ""The Karate Kid"" film series. Morita was nominated for the 1985 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Mr. Miyagi in ""The Karate Kid"". Morita also voiced the Emperor of China in the Disney animated film ""Mulan"" (1998) and portrayed Ah Chew in ""Sanford and Son"" (1974–1976). Morita was the series lead actor in the television program ""Mr. T and Tina"" (1976) and in ""Ohara"""
"Best Supporting Actor Academy Award for his performance as Mr. Miyagi. Morita reprised his role in three subsequent sequels. A short-lived animated series spin-off also called ""The Karate Kid"" aired on NBC in 1989. On August 4, 2017, it was announced that a new half-hour dramedy TV series was in development to continue the Karate Kid franchise. The series, titled ""Cobra Kai"", will reunite Ralph Macchio and William Zabka who reprise their roles as Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence respectively. The show was set 34 years after the original film, focusing on Johnny who is down on his luck and"
"re-opens the Cobra Kai dojo on his search for redemption. This puts him at odds with Daniel, who, though successful, is trying to find balance in his life without Mr. Miyagi. Josh Heald wrote the script with Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg while the latter duo directed most of the series, they also executive-produce alongside Macchio and Zabka. The series received an order of 10 episodes for the first season which debuted on YouTube Premium in May 2, 2018. The Karate Kid The Karate Kid is a 1984 American martial arts drama film produced by Jerry Weintraub, directed by John"
"Leg"", in a parody of his ""Karate Kid"" character. He appeared on ""Tosh.0"" as his character from ""The Karate Kid"", John Kreese, where he spoofed the final fight on the ""Board Breaker Web Redemption"". At the end of the skit, Daniel Tosh, dressed as Mr. Miyagi, honks Kove's nose, a reference to Mr. Miyagi's action in the scene at the beginning of ""The Karate Kid, Part II"". In 2018, Kove made a cameo appearance as John Kreese in ""Cobra Kai"", a sequel series of the Karate Kid franchise which is set 34 years after the 1984 film. Kove is confirmed"
"The Karate Kid Part II The Karate Kid Part II is a 1986 American martial arts drama film and the first sequel to ""The Karate Kid"" (1984). Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita reprise their respective roles as young karate student Daniel LaRusso and his mentor Mr. Miyagi. Like the original film, the sequel was a success, earning even more at the box office than its predecessor, although it received mixed reviews from critics. Shortly after the All-Valley Karate Tournament, sensei John Kreese becomes furious and attacks Johnny in the parking lot. Miyagi confronts Kreese and passively immobilizes him. Miyagi threatens"
"Fu instead of Japanese-Okinawan Karate. The film's music was composed by James Horner. It is an international co-production between China, Hong Kong, and the United States. Principal photography took place in Beijing, China, and filming began in July 2009 and ended on October 16, 2009. ""The Karate Kid"" was released theatrically worldwide on June 11, 2010 by Sony Pictures. ""The Karate Kid"" received mixed reviews and it earned $359.1 million on a $40 million budget. The plot concerns 12-year-old Dre Parker (Smith) from Detroit, Michigan who moves to Beijing, China with his mother (Taraji P. Henson) and runs afoul of"
"to have a featured role in the second season of the series which is scheduled to air on YouTube Premium in 2019. Martin Kove Martin Kove (born March 6, 1946) is an American film and television actor most recognized for his role as the psychopathic Cobra Kai sensei John Kreese in the ""Karate Kid"" film series. He is also known for his work in films such as """" (1985) and on television series such as ""Cagney & Lacey"" as Victor Isbecki. Martin Kove was born in Brooklyn, New York City and had a Jewish upbringing. Kove appeared as Cully in"
"Daniel's trophy from the Master of Ceremonies and presents it to Daniel himself as Daniel is carried off by the enthusiastic crowd. The production obtained permission from DC Comics to use ""Karate Kid"" as the title of their film. According to the special-edition DVD commentary, the studio originally wanted the role of Mr. Miyagi to be played by Toshiro Mifune, but writer Robert Mark Kamen was opposed to that casting choice feeling that Mifune's interpretation of the character lacked the warmth and humor that the role needed. Mako was also considered for the role of Mr. Miyagi, but was not"
"Rodney Kageyama Rodney Masao Kageyama (November 1, 1941 – December 9, 2018) was an American stage, film and TV actor. He was a Nisei Japanese American (second-generation) and besides acting in Asian American theater groups, he was also a director and designer. With his roles in the “Gung Ho” film and television series and the “Karate Kid” franchise, he was a trailblazer for Asian Americans in Hollywood. Kageyama began his career in San Francisco in 1965 as one of the original members of the Asian American Theater Company. While in San Francisco he attended the American Conservatory Theatre. In 1979"
"was scripted by Chan, and all three to be co-produced by Chan's company JCE Movies Limited. In 2010, Jackie Chan appeared in his first dramatic role in an American film, a remake of 1984's The Karate Kid as Mr. Miyagi, opposite co-star Jaden Smith. Chan followed up the high-profile part with a minor role ""Shaolin"". Jackie Chan's 100th movie,""1911"", which he co-directed, produced, and starred in, was released on September 26, 2011 and in North America on October 14. While Chan has directed over ten films over his career, this was his first directorial work since ""Who Am I?"" in"
"out Johnny who, seeking to rebuild his life reopens the Cobra Kai dojo. It reignites his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel LaRusso (Macchio), who has been struggling to maintain balance in his life without the guidance of his deceased mentor, Mr. Miyagi. William Zabka William Michael Zabka (born October 20, 1965) is an American actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He is best known for his roles in several iconic 1980s films, such as his role as Johnny Lawrence in ""The Karate Kid"" (1984). In 2004, he was nominated for an Academy Award for co-writing and producing the short film ""Most""."
"appearance from Will Smith. The United Kingdom premiere was held July 15. It was attended by Chan and Smith, as well as producers Will and Jada Pinkett Smith. In the Mainland China version of the film, scenes of bullying were shortened by the censors, and a kissing scene is removed. John Horn said that the editing ultimately resulted in ""two slightly different movies"". ""The Karate Kid"" was released on DVD and Blu-ray on October 5, 2010 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, and it was released on Mastered in 4K Blu-ray on May 14, 2013. ""The Karate Kid"" received mixed reviews."
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"Mr. Miyagi rescuing Daniel in ""The Karate Kid"". Returning home after being saved by Limbaugh, Brian begins watching the NBC comedy series ""The Office"", featuring actor and comedian Rainn Wilson. Deciding to thank Limbaugh for his newfound conservatism, Brian is taken by Limbaugh to the National Republican Party headquarters in Washington, D.C., in order to meet former President of the United States George W. Bush and United States Senator John McCain from Arizona. McCain then recalls when he and Limbaugh solved mysteries together. A parody of the animated television series ""Scooby-Doo"" is then shown, including McCain and Limbaugh capturing United"
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"fellow MK actors Katalin Zamiar, Ho-Sung Pak and Richard Divizio, he played a hitman whose task was to take out the film's leading man. Daniel and Carlos also appeared in a videogame-based comedy film entitled ""Press Start"", which was released to DVD on September 25, 2007. In it, Daniel's character is called Sasori, which is Japanese for ""Scorpion"". As of 2004, Daniel is a teacher at the Chicago Wushuguan School. Daniel Pesina Daniel Pesina (born December 1, 1958) is an American martial arts expert and a former freelance employee of Midway. He is the actor who played Johnny Cage and"
"Keith Szarabajka Keith Szarabajka (; ; born December 2, 1952) is an American actor and voice actor known as Mickey Kostmayer in ""The Equalizer"", Daniel Holtz in ""Angel"", Harlan Williams in ""Golden Years"", Trigon on ""Teen Titans"", and Gerard Stephens in ""The Dark Knight"". He is also known for portraying Detective Herschel Biggs in the 2011 crime thriller video game ""L.A. Noire"", which included his likeness. Szarabajka was born in Oak Park, Illinois, the son of Anne, a school teacher, and Edward Szarabajka, a savings and loan officer. He attended Campion Jesuit High School in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, John"
"Martin Kove Martin Kove (born March 6, 1946) is an American film and television actor most recognized for his role as the psychopathic Cobra Kai sensei John Kreese in the ""Karate Kid"" film series. He is also known for his work in films such as """" (1985) and on television series such as ""Cagney & Lacey"" as Victor Isbecki. Martin Kove was born in Brooklyn, New York City and had a Jewish upbringing. Kove appeared as Cully in the 1967-1969 CBS series, ""Gentle Ben"", with Dennis Weaver and Clint Howard. He was cast as George Baker in the short-lived CBS"
"available due to prior commitments to film ""Conan the Destroyer"" (1984), though he would eventually play a similar role in the film ""Sidekicks"" (1992). According to Randee Heller, two days after she was cast, Jerry Weintraub informed her that they intended to replace her with Valerie Harper. John G. Avildsen said that after seeing Harper's audition they decided not to replace Heller after all. Filming began on October 31, 1983, and wrapped on December 16, 1983. The musical score for ""The Karate Kid"" was composed by Bill Conti, a frequent collaborator of director John G. Avildsen since their initial pairing"
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"must dodge the swinging ax as many times as possible. The Karate Kid Part II The Karate Kid Part II is a 1986 American martial arts drama film and the first sequel to ""The Karate Kid"" (1984). Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita reprise their respective roles as young karate student Daniel LaRusso and his mentor Mr. Miyagi. Like the original film, the sequel was a success, earning even more at the box office than its predecessor, although it received mixed reviews from critics. Shortly after the All-Valley Karate Tournament, sensei John Kreese becomes furious and attacks Johnny in the parking"
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"down with a leg-to-head lock, and angrily reminds him of his own rule: no mercy. Before Han attacks, Dre appears and discourages Han from attacking; the Fighting Dragons bow to Mr. Han, and the two leave. As a defeated and humiliated Li rises, Sherry and Meiying begin to depart. Then Sherry turns and punches Li in the jaw, presumably after discovering that he ordered his students to brutally attack her son. On November 10, 2008, ""Variety"" reported that work on a ""Karate Kid"" remake had begun. ""Variety"" stated that the new film, to be produced by Will Smith, ""has been"
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"""Karate Kid"". The Chinese government granted the filmmakers access to the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China, and the Wudang Mountains. On some occasions, the filmmakers had to negotiate with residents who were not accustomed to filming activity. Icelandic composer Atli Örvarsson was originally hired to score the film, but he was replaced by American composer James Horner. ""The Karate Kid"" marked Horner's return to scoring after his work on the 2009 film ""Avatar"". The score was released on June 15, 2010. The official theme song to the film is ""Never Say Never"", a song written by Adam Messinger,"