Cobra Kai 2018
“Back in the Valley. One final fight.”
What is Cobra Kai?
Cobra Kai is an American martial arts comedy drama television series that serves as a sequel to the first three The Karate Kid films. The series was created by Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg and distributed by Sony Pictures Television.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 65
- First aired
- May 2, 2018
- Last aired
- Feb 13, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Netflix, YouTube Premium
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Drama, Comedy
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 65 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Cobra Kai is an American martial arts comedy drama television series that serves as a sequel to the first three The Karate Kid films. The series was created by Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg and distributed by Sony Pictures Television. It premiered on May 2, 2018. The show follows the story of Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso, who find themselves martial-arts rivals again decades after their All Valley Karate Tournament bout. The series explores their rivalry as Johnny seeks redemption by reopening the Cobra Kai karate dojo. Daniel LaRusso, who has been working to maintain balance in his life, is once again drawn into conflict with Johnny. The show features Ralph Macchio and William Zabka in key roles. Cobra Kai is available to watch on Netflix and has been well-received as a follow-up to the Karate Kid films. The series continues the story of the characters from the original films, with a new generation of characters also being introduced.
Should you watch it?
“Decades after their 1984 tournament, old rivals Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso face off once again.”
- features original film stars
- explores long-standing character rivalries
- relies on knowledge of previous films
Watch it if you enjoy martial arts stories that explore the evolution of classic cinematic rivalries.
The series contains martial arts violence and dramatic themes suitable for a general audience.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Ace Degenerate May 2, 2018
- E2 Strike First May 2, 2018
- E3 Esqueleto May 2, 2018
- E4 Cobra Kai Never Dies May 2, 2018
- E5 Counterbalance May 2, 2018
- E6 Quiver May 2, 2018
- E7 All Valley May 2, 2018
- E8 Molting May 2, 2018
- E9 Different But Same May 2, 2018
- E10 Mercy May 2, 2018
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Mercy (2) Apr 24, 2019
- E2 Back in Black Apr 24, 2019
- E3 Fire and Ice Apr 24, 2019
- E4 The Moment of Truth Apr 24, 2019
- E5 All In Apr 24, 2019
- E6 Take a Right Apr 24, 2019
- E7 Lull Apr 24, 2019
- E8 Glory of Love Apr 24, 2019
- E9 Pulpo Apr 24, 2019
- E10 No Mercy Apr 24, 2019
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Aftermath Jan 1, 2021
- E2 Nature Vs. Nurture Jan 1, 2021
- E3 Now You're Gonna Pay Jan 1, 2021
- E4 The Right Path Jan 1, 2021
- E5 Miyagi-Do Jan 1, 2021
- E6 King Cobra Jan 1, 2021
- E7 Obstáculos Jan 1, 2021
- E8 The Good, the Bad, and the Badass Jan 1, 2021
- E9 Feel the Night Jan 1, 2021
- E10 December 19 Jan 1, 2021
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Let's Begin Dec 31, 2021
- E2 First Learn Stand Dec 31, 2021
- E3 Then Learn Fly Dec 31, 2021
- E4 Bicephaly Dec 31, 2021
- E5 Match Point Dec 31, 2021
- E6 Kicks Get Chicks Dec 31, 2021
- E7 Minefields Dec 31, 2021
- E8 Party Time Dec 31, 2021
- E9 The Fall Dec 31, 2021
- E10 The Rise Dec 31, 2021
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Long, Long Way from Home Sep 9, 2022
- E2 Molé Sep 9, 2022
- E3 Playing with Fire Sep 9, 2022
- E4 Downward Spiral Sep 9, 2022
- E5 Extreme Measures Sep 9, 2022
- E6 Ouroboros Sep 9, 2022
- E7 Bad Eggs Sep 9, 2022
- E8 Taikai Sep 9, 2022
- E9 Survivors Sep 9, 2022
- E10 Head of the Snake Sep 9, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Is this series a sequel?
Yes, it serves as a sequel to the first three The Karate Kid films.
Who created the show?
The series was created by Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg.
When did the series premiere?
Cobra Kai premiered on May 2, 2018.
Who are the lead actors?
The series stars Ralph Macchio and William Zabka.
What is the premise?
The story follows Johnny Lawrence as he reopens the Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with Daniel LaRusso.