In January 2023, Netflix confirmed Cobra Kai had been renewed for Season 6. After the success of Cobra Kai’s fifth season on Netflix (100% critics score from Rotten Tomatoes), there is hype surrounding the final season. Cobra Kai is the sequel spinoff series to the original Karate Kid films. The series features actors from the mentioned films, such as William Zabka and Ralph Macchio. Before releasing Season 3 in January 2021 on Netflix, the show released the first two seasons on YouTube Premium. Seasons 4-5 were released in December 2021 and September, respectively.
Cobra Kai: Production and Release Date
In February 2023, Cobra Kai star Ralph Macchio, through PopCulture confirmed that the series would start in May. “They’re writing the scripts now, and we’re supposed to start in Atlanta probably this spring. I think May is the pencil plan to get started. I can’t wait.” In April 2023, Daniel Klapheke, the owner of Elite Martial Arts of Brentwood confirmed that William Zabka and Martin Kove finished their training for the final season.
On May 2, Jon Hurwitz, Cobra Kai showrunner opened up regarding the strikes on X (Twitter). “We hate to strike, but if we must, we strike hard. Pencils down in the Cobra Kai writer’s room. No writers on set. These aren’t fun times, but it’s unfortunately necessary. The moment a fair deal is in place, we’ll get back to kicking ass. In the meantime, sending strength and support to the negotiating committee. You got this.”
If the production resumes in late 2023 or early 2024, it is likely to end around mid or late 2024. Considering post-production and reshoots, Season 6 would likely be released on the streaming service in late 2024 or early 2025.
Is the Show Ending with Season 6?
The creators of Cobra Kai, Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg reflected on the ending. “The upcoming season six will mark the conclusion of ‘Cobra Kai.‘ While this may be a bittersweet day for the fandom, the Miyagiverse has never been stronger. This fandom is the BEST on the planet and we hope to be telling more ‘Karate Kid’ stories with you down the line. Because as we all know, Cobra Kai Never Dies.”
In February 2023, Hurwitz talked about their decision to end the show. “Netflix didn’t tell us it was the last season. We told them it was the last season. We’ve always wanted to end Cobra Kai on our own terms and we are grateful we have the opportunity to do so.” Although, Hurwitz hinted that spin-offs are possible. “But that doesn’t mean we’re finished with the Miyagiverse. We love this world.”
The Cast of Cobra Kai
Major cast members are expected to feature in this new season, given that this is the final season. Below is a list of every cast member who is expected to return in Cobra Kai Season 6.
- William Zabka – Johnny Lawrence
- Xolo Maridueña – Miguel Diaz
- Ralph Macchio – Daniel LaRusso
- Tanner Buchanan – Robby Keene
- Jacob Bertrand – Eli ‘Hawk’ Moskowitz
- Mary Mouser – Samantha LaRusso
- Yuji Okumoto – Chozen Toguchi
- Peyton List – Tory Nichols
- Gianni DeCenzo – Demetri
- Vanessa Rubio – Carmen Diaz
- Courtney Henggeler – Amanda LaRusso
- Martin Kove – John Kreese
- Dallas Dupree Young – Kenny Payne
- Thomas Ian Griffith – Terry Silver
- Alicia Hannah-Kim – Sensei Kim Da-eun
- Joe Seo – Kyler Park
- Griffin Santopietro – Anthony LaRusso
- Courtney Henggeler – Amanda LaRusso
- Paul Walter – Stingray
Since the first five seasons of Cobra Kai are streaming on Netflix, it is expected that Season 6 will also premiere on Netflix.
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When is season 6 coming to Netflix
Most likely towards late 2024 thanks to the strikes.