- "Cobra Kai may have won the battle, but the war has just begun."
- ―YouTube description for the trailer.
The second season of Cobra Kai premiered on April 24, 2019, on YouTube Red. It was re-released on Netflix on August 27, 2020.
Synopsis[]
COBRA KAI returns, and a new rivalry between opposing dojos is born. What was once a personal feud between Daniel and Johnny now escalates to engulf their students. But which path will they follow – Cobra Kai or Miyagi-Do?
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso
- William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence
- Courtney Henggeler as Amanda LaRusso
- Xolo Maridueña as Miguel Diaz
- Tanner Buchanan as Robby Keene
- Mary Mouser as Samantha LaRusso
- Jacob Bertrand as Eli "Hawk" Moskowitz
- Gianni Decenzo as Demetri Alexopoulos
- Martin Kove as John Kreese
Guest Starring[]
- Peyton List as Tory Nichols
- Aedin Mincks as Mitch
- Khalil Everage as Chris
- Nichole Brown as Aisha Robinson
- Hannah Kepple as Moon Taylor
Special Guest Stars[]
- Ron Thomas as Bobby Brown
- Ken Davitian as Armand Zarkarian
- Tony O'Dell as Jimmy
- Rob Garrison as Tommy
- Kim Fields as Sandra Robinson
- Randee Heller as Lucille LaRusso
Episode List[]
| No. in Series | Image | Title | YouTube Red Airdate | Netflix Airdate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 |   |
"Mercy Part II" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| In the aftermath of Cobra Kai's win at the Under 18 All Valley Karate Championships, Johnny questions his dojo's philosophy and deals with a figure from his past. Daniel searches for the right way to respond to Cobra Kai's dominance. | ||||
| 12 |   |
"Back in Black" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| When Daniel starts teaching his first karate students, he questions whether he can fill Mr. Miyagi's shoes. Johnny invents some unorthodox training methods with help from an unlikely source. | ||||
| 13 |   |
"Fire and Ice" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Daniel pulls out all the stops in an effort to recruit new students to Miyagi Do. Johnny reflects on some of the major relationships in his life - and responds to Daniel's promotional efforts with his own. | ||||
| 14 |   |
"The Moment of Truth" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Daniel makes another attempt to promote Miyagi-Do Karate, and receives guidance in a familiar form. Johnny grows suspicious about Kreese's backstory. A new Cobra Kai student challenges Miguel and befriends Aisha, while Robby revisits a past he would rather forget. | ||||
| 15 |   |
"All In" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Daniel struggles to help a new student learn. Miguel makes a new connection, while Johnny tries to repair a relationship. Tensions between the two dojos build to a breaking point. | ||||
| 16 |   |
"Take a Right" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Daniel’s students are given a lesson in overcoming their grudges. Johnny briefly leaves the dojo, while Kreese exerts his influence. Meanwhile, Johnny spends some time with his friends from 1984, including a dying Tommy. | ||||
| 17 |   |
"Lull" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| To prepare his students, Daniel gives some new training methods a shot. Miguel puts a new lesson into practice. Johnny makes a tough but pivotal decision that affects Cobra Kai. | ||||
| 18 |   |
"Glory of Love" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Daniel works to make amends with Amanda, while Johnny is introduced to the world of dating apps. Complications arise when Miguel, Samantha, Robby and Tory cross paths. | ||||
| 19 |   |
"Pulpo" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| Johnny cautiously takes a stab at love, while Daniel and Amanda enjoy a romantic date night. An attempt to bring the students of the two dojos together backfires as hostilities between the teens escalate. | ||||
| 20 |   |
"No Mercy" | April 24, 2019 | August 27, 2020 |
| It's the first day of school at West Valley High School but tensions between the two dojos have not cooled with the end of summer. And the rivalry between Daniel and Johnny comes to a head. | ||||
Development[]
On May 10, 2018, just 8 days after the first season's release, it was announced that the series would be renewed for a second season. The creators of the series explored moving to another platform ahead of the season two premiere, but unfortunately it did not work out.
Casting[]
In season 2, Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Xolo Maridueña, Tanner Buchanan, Mary Mouser, and Courtney Henggeler all returned, with Jacob Bertrand, Gianni DeCenzo, and Martin Kove being promoted to series regulars and newcomers Paul Walter Hauser and Peyton List joining the cast. Actors from The Karate Kid, Rob Garrison (Tommy), Ron Thomas (Bobby), Tony O'Dell (Jimmy), and Randee Heller (Lucille LaRusso) made guest appearances during this season.
Production and Filming[]
Filming for Cobra Kai season 2 commenced on September 26, 2018. Filming had occurred in the same areas as it had been done for the previous season, in areas across Georgia and in Los Angeles, California. Filming for the second season wrapped on December 16, 2018.
Marketing[]
Trailers[]
On May 10, 2018, a teaser was released announcing the series being renewed for a second season.
On March 7, 2019, the official teaser was released for Cobra Kai season 2.
On March 21, 2019, an official clip of the season was released, titled "What type of Cobra would you rather be?".
On March 27, 2019, an official clip of the season was released, titled "An OG from The Karate Kid makes a return."
On April 4, 2019, the official trailer was released.
On April 8, 2019, an official clip of the season was released, titled, "'Karate Kid's' Original Snake is Back and Ready to Strike."
On April 15, 2019, a teaser was released showcasing Kreese, titled "He's back!".
On April 17, 2019 a video was released showcasing the cast and crew as well as people from ESPN, titled "30 for 30," discussing the original tournament from the first film.
Soundtrack[]
Awards and Nominations[]
- All awards are from 2019.
| Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorty Awards | Best Web Series | Cobra Kai | Nominated |
| Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Award | Outstanding Stunt Coordination in a Comedy Series or Variety Program | Hiro Koda | Nominated |
| Teen Choice Awards | Chocie Summer TV Show | Cobra Kai | Nominated |
| Clio Awrds | Television/Streaming: Social Media-30 for 30 | Cobra Kai | Nominataed |
Trivia[]
- This is the only season where every episode was directed by Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg.
- Additionally, all episodes in this season were written by Hurwitz, Schlossberg, and Josh Heald.
- This is the only season where Yasmine is entirely absent, being explained that she was in France.
- This is the second and final season until season 6 where Sam appears in every episode, getting a full season.
- This is the first season to feature Tory Nichols.
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