After learning the move as part of Mr. Miyagi's training in the first Karate Kid movie, the franchise has brought back the Crane Kick over and over again - and it has created some brilliant moments.

The Karate Kid franchise has accomplished considerably more than just spinning kicks, raising prodigies, and tournament ...

Mr. Miyagi teaches Daniel-San karate and life ... and, of course... The Crane Kick. 'Nuff said. Remember my riff in the "Hoosiers" column about the greatest ideas in sports movie history?

While everyone who's seen The Karate Kid will remember Daniel LaRusso’s epic victory at the 1984 All Valley Under 18 Karate Tournament, they may be shocked to learn just how little he trained with Mr.