---
title: "Cobra"
year: 1993
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/cobra-1993"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 2906
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 22
runtime_minutes: 44
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Cobra (1993) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/cobra-1993

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Cobra is a television series first released in 1993. Catalogued under Action & Adventure. Produced and broadcast by Syndication. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 22 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A ex‑Navy SEAL battles crime with a secret agency in fast‑paced 90s action."

### Why Watch
- Michael Dudikoff leads as a tough former Navy SEAL
- Exciting action‑adventure set pieces

### Caveats & Content Note
- Only lasted one season, limiting story development
- Tone & Suitability: The series features combat and violence typical of early‑90s action shows, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, adventure, retro, fast-paced

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/cobra-1993#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Craig W. Van Sickle, Stephen J. Cannell, Steven Long Mitchell
- **Networks / Studios**: Syndication

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Dudikoff** as *Robert 'Scandal' Jackson*
- **Allison Hossack** as *Danielle LaPointe*
- **James Tolkan** as *Dallas Cassel*
- **Alice Ghostley**
- **Constance Marie** as *Maria*
- **Terry Barclay** as *Earl*
- **Jeff Schultz** as *Matt Young*
- **Monica Allison** as *Krista McGrady*
- **Roger Barnes** as *Jim Lovece*
- **Alex Diakun** as *Vernon Pike*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When did Cobra originally air?
It aired in syndication from 1993 to 1994.

### Q: Who stars as the main character?
Michael Dudikoff plays former Navy SEAL Robert "Scandal" Jackson.

### Q: What is the premise of the show?
The series follows Jackson as he joins a secret crime‑fighting organization.

### Q: How many seasons does Cobra have?
Cobra ran for one season before being canceled.

### Q: Why was the series canceled?
It struggled to find an audience, leading to its cancellation after one season.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Cobra — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/2906)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*