Stanley gleefully talks about collaborating with Jackson.
In a chill chat with ScreenRant, the bubbly Sadie Stanley, known for her role as Mia in Karate Kid: Legends, spilled the beans on what made working with Joshua Jackson feel like a breeze.
At the start of filming, the duo shared a lunch and hit it off right away. Jackson, a proud papa to Juno, charmed Stanley with his heartwarming tales and affection for his little girl.
Reflecting on her on-screen dad-daughter dynamics with Victor, Stanley admitted that Mia's protective streak stems from losing her mom at a tender age. She shared, "She's got her dad, and it's just the two of them battling life's challenges together, holding down the fort at that pizza joint."
Stanley believes that Mia's experiences shaped her into a perceptive and grounded individual, able to pierce through life's chaos. She added, "There's something real about Mia. She's the kind of person who sees through the noise and offers a stabilizing force."
Jackie Chan, a martial arts legend, was another key player in Karate Kid: Legends. Stanley admires Chan's humility and unexpected talents, like serenading the team with a melodious number to keep spirits high during filming.
The action-packed Karate Kid: Legends premiered on May 30, 2025. Though further insights into Stanley's thought process on her character's journey and her working relationship with Jackson remain to be uncovered, her compelling portrayal of Mia is a standout in the film.
In discussion with ScreenRant, Sadie Stanley revealed that her working relationship with Joshua Jackson on Karate Kid: Legends closely mimicked the bond between Mia and Victor, as both shared moments of deep connection, reminiscent of ‘relationships’ often seen in ‘movies-and-tv’. Stanley's portrayal of Mia, grounded by personal experiences and a keen perception, offers a unique ‘entertainment’ experience that sets her character apart.
