Cobra Kai, the popular Netflix series that is a continuation of the Karate Kid film franchise, will be releasing its final season in three parts. The first part, consisting of 5 episodes, is set to premiere on July 18, 2024. The second and third parts will follow with an undisclosed number of episodes each and are expected to bring the show to a close in 2025.
The final season picks up with Cobra Kai eliminated from the Valley, leaving senseis and students to decide if and how they will compete in the Sekai Taikai - the world championships of karate. The cast includes Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Martin Kove, Xolo MaridueƱa, Jacob Bertrand, Mary Mouser, Tanner Buchanan, Peyton List, Gianni DeCenzo, Courtney Henggeler and Vanessa Rubio.
The creators of the show have promised that the final season will be 'the biggest season of Cobra Kai yet.' The series has been praised for its engaging storytelling and faithful adaptation of the original Karate Kid films. Fans are eagerly anticipating how the storylines will conclude in this final installment.
Cobra Kai premiered on YouTube in 2018 before moving to Netflix in 2020. It has been a strong performer for the streaming giant, with its most recent season, Season 5, arriving in fall 2022.