45 Embarrassingly Obvious Movie and TV Mistakes You Probably Never Noticed

The Karate Kid, released in 1984, is undeniably one of the most iconic films of its decade. It captured the hearts of millions worldwide and became so beloved that it even inspired a modern reboot. However, beneath its martial arts glory, the franchise harbors a notable movie mistake.

Fans of The Karate Kid undoubtedly recall the climactic final scene where Daniel LaRusso executes the crane kick and secures his victory as a karate champion. But here’s the catch: that move would be an automatic disqualification in the real world of karate competitions. Kicking an opponent in the head is unequivocally illegal in karate, which adds an interesting layer to the film’s narrative.