The Karate Kid Part III, the sequel to The Karate Kid Part II, was released in theaters, continuing the story of the young karate student Daniel LaRusso.
Principal photography for The Karate Kid Part III took place, including filming locations in Los Angeles, California.
Columbia Pictures officially announced the production of The Karate Kid Part III following the success of the first two films.
Daniel wins the All Valley Karate Tournament, earning the respect of the karate community.
Daniel and Mr. Miyagi return to their normal lives in Reseda after the previous tournament.
Terry Silver, a wealthy and unscrupulous friend of John Kreese, begins plotting revenge against Daniel and Mr. Miyagi.
Terry Silver pretends to support Daniel and offers to train him in an aggressive karate style.
Under Terry Silver's influence, Daniel begins learning a harsh and aggressive karate style that conflicts with Miyagi's teachings.
Terry Silver and his students kidnap Mr. Miyagi in an effort to force Daniel to give up.
Daniel bravely rescues Mr. Miyagi from captivity with the help of his friends.
Daniel faces off against Mike Barnes in the All Valley Karate Tournament, using Miyagi's teachings to triumph.
