Daniel LaRusso (Karate Kid)

Daniel LaRusso is basically the underdog of underdogs with a karate belt. The guy can't even enjoy a beach day without getting into some sort of martial arts turf war. I mean, what’s with all the drama over a simple bonsai tree? His life reads like a soap opera mixed with a karate lesson. And let’s be real: his ‘wax on, wax off’ mantra is how I treat my car's waxing routine. But you know the real kicker? You can’t help but root for him. He’s the king of ‘just because I’m short and new doesn’t mean I can’t kick butt!’ His fans are relentless, defending his honor like he’s some sort of dojo saint. If you don’t pick LaRusso in this debate, are you even a sports movie fan? Come on, who else can turn a crappy childhood into a championship story with just a little help from Mr. Miyagi?