The Karate 3
1975, Japanese. Directed by Yukio Noda.
This is the third and final film of the ZA KARATE trilogy. Tadashi Yamashita reprises his role as the Karate World Champion. Local Japanese karate schools are not happy that a Chinese master will take over the Japanese karate organization and will do everything they can to prevent it.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Details
- Released
- 15 January 1975
- Original title
- ザ・カラテ3 電光石火
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kōji Takada, Seiko Shimura
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The Karate 3: quick answers
What should I watch before The Karate 3?
Watch The Karate (1974) and The Karate 2 (1974) first.
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How long is The Karate 3?
The Karate 3 runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
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Which OTT platform is The Karate 3 on?
The Karate 3 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Karate 3?
If you liked The Karate 3, try No Retreat, No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers, Yakuza Graveyard, The Marine 5: Battleground.
Who directed The Karate 3?
The Karate 3 (1975) was directed by Yukio Noda and stars Tadashi Yamashita, Shingo Yamashiro, Yoko Horikoshi.