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Watch These Classic Martial Arts Films for FREE on Black Belt Mag YouTube Channel!!

Black Belt Team

Nov 5

Entertainment

Watch These Classic Martial Arts Films for FREE on Black Belt Mag YouTube Channel!!

Ready to dive into a world of high-flying kicks and bone-crunching punches?

Captain Kirk’s Karate: How William Shatner Embraced Martial Arts

Steve Jacques

Nov 5

Premium

Captain Kirk’s Karate: How William Shatner Embraced Martial Arts

This article was published in the April 1974 issue of Fighting Stars magazine, a sister publication of Black Belt. That means it appeared...

Black Belt Team

Nov 3

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee

The cover of the Spring 1977 issue of Fighting Stars showcased the legendary Bruce Lee, poised for action. Known for his lightning-fast...

Walker, Texas Ranger: The Chuck Norris Classic with the Soul of Martial Arts!

Justin Lee Ford

Nov 1

Entertainment

Walker, Texas Ranger: The Chuck Norris Classic with the Soul of Martial Arts!

Chuck Norris has worn many hats over the years. Beyond being a world-famous karate champion, he has appeared as a version of himself in...

Black Belt Team

Oct 27

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: Roger Moore

The February 1975 issue of Fighting Stars magazine featured none other than Bond—James Bond—portrayed by the iconic Roger Moore. From...

Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Video Highlights

Black Belt Team

Oct 26

Entertainment

Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Video Highlights

In case you had to miss the fun, we made sure to capture the highlights of the event on film.

Hong Kong Phooey: The Number One Super Guy in Cartoon Kung Fu

Justin Lee Ford

Oct 24

Entertainment

Hong Kong Phooey: The Number One Super Guy in Cartoon Kung Fu

In the world of animated television, few characters blend humor with martial arts quite like Hong Kong Phooey. Debuting in the 1970s,...

90 Day Black Belt "Challenge Accepted" with Michelle Khare

Black Belt Team

Oct 22

Entertainment

90 Day Black Belt "Challenge Accepted" with Michelle Khare

Black Belt Magazine publisher George Chung recently moderated the premiere screening of "90 Day Black Belt Challenge Accepted" on Monday

Mortal Kombat: The Gory Game That Brought Martial Arts to the Masses!

Justin Lee Ford

Oct 19

Entertainment

Mortal Kombat: The Gory Game That Brought Martial Arts to the Masses!

Mortal Kombat, a franchise birthed in the arcades of 1992, has left an incredible–and definitely bloody–mark on the gaming world and...

Black Belt Team

Oct 17

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: Jet Li

The cover of the June 2005 issue of Black Belt Magazine featured wushu master and cinematic superstar Jet Li . In 2005, Li took on a...

The Legacy and Impact of the TV Series Kung Fu: How One Show Changed Everything

Justin Lee Ford

Oct 11

Entertainment

The Legacy and Impact of the TV Series Kung Fu: How One Show Changed Everything

Get ready, grasshopper… we’re rewinding to the '70s and stepping into the world of the TV Series Kung Fu!

Black Belt Team

Oct 10

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: Mark Dacascos

The cover of the January 1995 issue of Black Belt featured martial arts film star Mark Dacascos, flying through the air with powerful...

Los Angeles Premiere of Black Creek, Cynthia Rothrock's Latest Film

Black Belt Team

Oct 8

Entertainment

Los Angeles Premiere of Black Creek, Cynthia Rothrock's Latest Film

Private Red Carpet Premiere of “Black Creek in Beverly Hills, California Action and martial arts icon Cynthia Rothrock will premiere her...

Black Belt Magazine is thrilled to announce the Return of the Little Dragon, Bruce Lee's Legacy lives on..

Black Belt Team

Oct 8

Traditional Arts

Black Belt Magazine is thrilled to announce the Return of the Little Dragon, Bruce Lee's Legacy lives on..

In the spirit of honoring the history of martial arts film by Funko Pops and inspired by Bruce Lee’s iconic “Be Water” philosophy.

Black Belt Team

Oct 6

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: James Ryan

The cover of the June 1981 issue of Fighting Stars featured martial arts film star James Ryan , poised and ready for action. That year...

The Legacy Of WMAC Masters: The Martial Arts Show That Transformed TV

Black Belt Team

Oct 4

Entertainment

The Legacy Of WMAC Masters: The Martial Arts Show That Transformed TV

In the years before Cobra Kai ever made a splash on YouTube Red or Netflix, another show was inspiring the world with its depiction of...

Throwback Interview: Ernie Reyes Jr.'s Early Rise in Martial Arts and the Movie Industry

Jim Coleman

Sep 30

Entertainment

Throwback Interview: Ernie Reyes Jr.'s Early Rise in Martial Arts and the Movie Industry

In the following interview, he discusses his roles in both Ninja Turtles films, as well as his other Hollywood triumphs

Watch the Epic Premiere of 'Fighting Mad' (1978) on Black Belt Mag's YouTube Channel – A Samurai Journey of Revenge and Redemption!

Black Belt Team

Sep 29

Entertainment

Watch the Epic Premiere of 'Fighting Mad' (1978) on Black Belt Mag's YouTube Channel – A Samurai Journey of Revenge and Redemption!

Black Belt Magazine is bringing action fans a blast from the past with the exclusive premiere of Fighting Mad (1978)

Watch the Epic Martial Arts Classic "Fighting Ace" Premiering on Black Belt Mag’s YouTube – Don’t Miss Out!

Black Belt Team

Sep 28

Entertainment

Watch the Epic Martial Arts Classic "Fighting Ace" Premiering on Black Belt Mag’s YouTube – Don’t Miss Out!

This morning at 8:37 AM ET, Black Belt Magazine's YouTube channel will be premiering the 1979 martial arts classic "Fighting Ace"..

A Brief History of Fight Choreography - Part 3: Modern Masters and the Future of Action

Justin Lee Ford

Sep 27

Entertainment

A Brief History of Fight Choreography - Part 3: Modern Masters and the Future of Action

The dazzling mix of martial arts, special effects, and fast-paced editing we see now was built on the shoulders of giants

Cover Story Throwback: Phillip and Simon Rhee

Black Belt Team

Sep 26

Entertainment

Cover Story Throwback: Phillip and Simon Rhee

October 1985, featured the Rhee brothers, Simon and Phillip , "brothers in arms and feet." Individually, each brother carved his own path...

Throwback Interview: Mark Dacascos’ Path to Stardom in Action Cinema

Sandra E. Kessler

Sep 23

Premium

Throwback Interview: Mark Dacascos’ Path to Stardom in Action Cinema

In his budding film career, this dreamy-eyed Adonis has played a variety of roles, from a Latino lover/car thief, to a Filipino avenger..

Watch NOW: Teresa Graves Stuns as Badass Detective in 'Get Christie Love!' on Black Belt Mag YouTube Channel!

Black Belt Team

Sep 22

Entertainment

Watch NOW: Teresa Graves Stuns as Badass Detective in 'Get Christie Love!' on Black Belt Mag YouTube Channel!

At 8:37 AM ET today, Black Belt Magazine is premiering the 1974 classic Get Christie Love! on our official YouTube channel.

Black Belt Hall of Fame: Celebrating the 2024 Martial Arts Stunt Performer Award Winners!

Black Belt Team

Sep 21

Entertainment

Black Belt Hall of Fame: Celebrating the 2024 Martial Arts Stunt Performer Award Winners!

We invite you to join us in celebrating this year's exceptional recipients of the Martial Arts Stunt Performer Award!

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