Main Cast and Character Roles
The primary cast of Cobra Kai includes Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso and William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence, reprising their roles from The Karate Kid franchise. The series expands the story with new central characters portrayed by Xolo Maridueña as Miguel Diaz and Tanner Buchanan as Robby Keene. The show is developed by Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald, and is produced by Overbrook Entertainment and Sony Pictures Television. The series is available for streaming on Netflix worldwide.
The Cobra Kai cast also features Mary Mouser as Samantha LaRusso and Gianni DeCenzo as Demetri Alexopoulos. The show draws on the original 1984 film while introducing a new generation of students at the Cobra Kai dojo. Ralph Macchio and William Zabka are credited as executive producers, linking the series directly to the original film's legacy. The series has been renewed for multiple seasons, with the most recent season released on Netflix.
Streaming Platforms and Distribution
Cobra Kai is an exclusive Netflix original series, and all seasons are available for streaming on the Netflix platform globally. The show is produced by Sony Pictures Television and distributed by Netflix in international markets. The series is not available on traditional broadcast television or other major streaming services like Hulu or Disney+.
The distribution model relies entirely on the Netflix subscription service, making it accessible to subscribers across more than 190 countries. The series is produced in the United States and filmed primarily in Atlanta, Georgia. The show's availability is tied directly to Netflix licensing agreements with Sony Pictures Television.
Production Companies and Franchise Details
The production companies behind Cobra Kai are Overbrook Entertainment, founded by Will Smith and James Lassiter, and Sony Pictures Television. The series is a direct sequel to the 1984 film The Karate Kid and its sequels. The show is set in the present day and explores the long-term consequences of the events from the original movies.
The franchise is managed by Sony Pictures, a division of Sony Group Corporation, which retains the rights to the Karate Kid intellectual property. Cobra Kai is the first television series in the franchise, expanding it beyond the original films. The show's success has led to renewed interest in the Karate Kid brand across merchandise and media.