As a cinephile with decades of movie-watching under my belt, I can confidently say that the return of The Karate Kid is like a long-awaited reunion with an old friend. The cast, particularly Joshua Jackson, seems to be relishing their roles and praising newcomer Ben Wang’s performance, which only increases my anticipation for this film.
Amidst the whirlwind of media interviews and continuous chatter about his days on Dawson’s Creek, as well as the attention-grabbing “toe condoms” he wore at the Emmys, actor Joshua Jackson found himself fielding questions about his role in The Karate Kid. Jackson is reportedly set to play a character named Victor in the eagerly awaited movie, scheduled for release in 2025, where original Karate Kid stars Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan will reunite on the big screen. Although Jackson didn’t reveal many details about the film, he did express his appreciation for lead actor Ben Wang. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jackson commented that he enjoyed working on the project.
We had a fantastic time. Unfortunately, I can’t reveal too many details at the moment, as we’ll discuss them in more depth later this year. However, you’ve hit most of the key points. The actor portraying the new Karate Kid [Wang] has truly excelled. His physical performance is remarkable, and I must say, I’m impressed. This isn’t CGI; it’s all practical effects, which means he did everything himself – something that isn’t common nowadays. I believe, though I haven’t seen the movie myself yet, that it will meet everyone’s expectations.
Back in February, it was confirmed that Wang secured the sought-after role as the latest Karate Kid following a lengthy selection process involving thousands of applicants eager to share screen time with legends like Macchio and Chan. In this upcoming production, elements from the original 1984 movie and its 2010 remake featuring Jaden Smith will be combined. Meanwhile, before Jackson debuts as a Crane-kicking character, he’ll star in a new ABC television series.
Joshua Jackson Teams with Don Johnson in Doctor Odyssey
Joshua Jackson, known for his days on “Dawson’s Creek,” has moved far beyond that era, having been nominated at the Critics Choice Awards (Best Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television | “Dr. Death”). The upcoming medical drama for ABC titled “Doctor Odyssey” will see him in a leading role. Jackson is not only starring but also serving as an executive producer on this project, which swiftly gained momentum following his involvement announcement back in March. Here’s the synopsis provided by ABC for the series, set at sea: “Doctor Odyssey” offers Joshua Jackson the opportunity to step away from more somber roles, as portrayed below:
Ryan Murphy’s creative genius births ‘Doctor Odyssey,’ a thrilling medical series. In this tale, Joshua Jackson steps into the role of Dr. Max, who joins the staff of a lavish cruise ship where work and play are seamlessly intertwined. The crew, including Max’s compact yet potent medical team, must tackle uncommon medical emergencies and their own complexities, far from land.
Will the upcoming drama “Doctor Odyssey,” premiering on ABC on September 26th, be among Joshua Jackson’s finest acting achievements? Join Hollywood legend Don Johnson as he embarks on this journey not just as a key character but also as one of the executive producers. For those who haven’t seen it yet, don’t forget to watch the show’s teaser trailer below:
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2024-09-17 15:03