Cobra Kai Season 5 2022 Release Date Cast How To Watch

Nearly four decades later, the films still resonate, and new fans are learning that fighting is the last answer to problem in the Netflix series Cobra Kai. The current-day series follows Daniel and his high school nemesis, Johnny (William Zabka). Here’s what we know about the upcoming season 5 of Cobra Kai.

What is Cobra Kai about?

Cobra Kai is a spinoff of the original ’80s Karate Kid movies that takes place in present day. After the events of Karate Kid III, life moved on for Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence, and while life has been kind to Daniel, it hasn’t been to Johnny. In the beginning of the series, an aging Johnny is depressed and angry at the world, working one dead-end job after another. He now lives in Reseda, having fallen from his wealthy trappings and away from his verbally abusive and estranged stepfather (played by the late Ed Asner in this series). After saving his teenage neighbor with the karate skills he learned in high school, he finds a renewed interest in the sport and opens up a new Cobra Kai dojo. In doing so, he catches the eye of his old nemesis, Daniel LaRusso, now a successful businessman who owns several car dealerships.

Is Cobra Kai based on other material?

Cobra Kai is an original series based on characters from the The Karate Kid trilogy of movies starring Ralph Macchio and the late Pat Morita. Cobra Kai’s original home was YouTube.

When does season 5 of Cobra Kai premiere?

Season 5 premieres on Sept. 9 on Netflix.

Cobra Kai season 5 cast

Ralph Macchio (Daniel LaRusso) Daniel has started his own dojo, Miyagi-Do, to counter the teachings of the Cobra Kai. He and his wife own and operate several car dealerships in the San Fernando Valley, though business has been steadily dwindling. The seemingly ageless Macchio (he turned 60 in 2021!) took on the role of Daniel LaRusso when he was in his early 20s. (The Karate Kid was released way back in 1984.) Prior to that he had a memorable turn in The Outsiders. His real-life son is named Daniel, after his Karate Kid character. Macchio also serves as an executive producer. Follow Ralph on Twitter @ralphmacchio and on Instagram @ralph_macchio.

William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence)

Johnny is a down and out jack-of-all-trades—and master of none. He has struggled with every job he’s had. He’s no longer with Shannon Keene, the mother of his estranged son, Robby Keene. In an effort to get his life back on track, Johnny reopens the Cobra Kai Dojo. Johnny Lawrence was Zabka’s first movie role. He later studied filmmaking and wrote and produced a short film called, Most, which was nominated for an Academy Award. Zabka also serves as an executive producer. Follow him on Twitter @williamzabka and on Instagram @william_zabka.

Martin Kove (John Kreese)

Kreese is Johnny’s old sensei and a guy who’s as shady as they come. Giving him the benefit of the doubt and believing people can change, Johnny allows Kreese back into his life and his dojo. Unfortunately, Kreese is just as nasty now as he was 30 years ago. He forcefully takes back leadership of the dojo and teaches Johnny’s students that they should let nothing stand in the way of victory. Kove has been acting since the early ’70s but it’s The Karate Kid that put him on the map. He starred in the two follow-up movies—The Karate Kid II and The Karate Kid III and had later roles in Wyatt Earp and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Follow Kove on Instagram and Twitter @martinkove.

Xolo Maridueña (Miguel Diaz)

Miguel is Johnny’s new protege. Once bullied, Miguel learned to defend himself under Johnny’s tutelage. Prior to Cobra Kai, Maridueña played Victor Graham on Parenthood and has had roles on Major Crimes and the Twin Peaks reboot. He has been cast to play Jaime Reyes/Blue Beetle in the upcoming HBO Max film, Blue Beetle. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @xolo_mariduena.

Tanner Buchanan (Robby Keene)

Robby is the estranged son of Johnny Lawrence. He starts out as a troublemaker but changes his ways after training with Daniel LaRusso. He becomes one of Daniel’s best students before an accident sends his life spiraling. Before Cobra Kai, Buchanan played the President’s son, Leo Kirkman, on Designated Survivor. He has also had recurring roles on Girl Meets World and The Fosters and recently starred in He’s All That on Netflix. Follow him on Twitter @_TannerBuchanan and on Instagram @tannerbuchananofficial.

Mary Mouser (Samantha LaRusso)

Samantha is Daniel’s teenaged daughter. She is also trained in karate and studies at her father’s reopened Miyagi-Do Karate. After the brawl at West Valley High School, she becomes conflicted about martial arts. Mouser does a lot of voice work and has also had roles on Scorpion, Criminal Minds and Scandal. Follow her on Twitter @marymmouser and on Instagram @missmarymmouser.

Jacob Bertrand (Eli/Hawk)

Eli was once a nerd, but now a punk. After he decided to change the narrative and stop being bullied for his cleft lip, Eli got a mohawk and altered his moniker to Hawk. Bertrand began his career as a child actor and has had roles on Community, Parks and Recreation and The Middle. Follow Bertrand on Twitter @jb_mixmatch and on Instagram @thejacobbertrand.

Gianni Decenzo (Demetri)

Demetri is the nerd who wants to fight but doesn’t know how. He joins Miyagi-Do after trying to join Cobra Kai twice with mixed results. Decenzo has appeared on Gortimer Gibbon’s Life on Normal Street, Liv and Maddie and The Middle. Follow Gianni on Twitter @giannidecenzo and on Instagram @gianni_decenzo.

Peyton List (Tory Nichols)

Tory is a troubled teen who speaks her mind and juggles multiple jobs, school, her boyfriend and a sick parent. She is willing to fight anyone who angers her and is responsible for starting the school karate war. List started her career as a child model. Both she and her twin brother, Spencer, as well as her younger brother, Phoenix, are all actors. List is currently filming B. Loved, a supernatural teen romance that will premiere on HBO Max in 2023. She is not to be confused with actress Peyton List, who appeared in on The CW’s Tomorrow People and the first season of Star Trek: Picard. Follow List on Instagram and Twitter @peytonlist.

Courtney Henggeler (Amanda LaRusso)

Amanda is Daniel’s wife and business partner in their car dealerships. She is also the mother of Samantha and Anthony. Amanda tries to be the voice of reason when Daniel’s rivalry with Johnny Lawrence is reignited. Henggeler has had roles on The Big Bang Theory, Jane the Virgin and Bones. Follow Courtney on Twitter @henggelercourt and on Instagram @courtneyhenggeler.

Vanessa Rubio (Carmen Diaz)

Carmen is Miguel’s mom and love interest for Johnny. Rubio’s previous credits include The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings and Master of None. Follow Rubio on Twitter and Instagram @veryvness.

Thomas Ian Griffith (Terry Silver)

Griffith returns to the Valley to reprise his character, Terry Silver, who was the main antagonist in The Karate Kid III. Silver is recruited by his old army buddy, Kreese, to return to Cobra Kai. He eventually turns the table on his old friend and takes over the Cobra Kai dojo. Follow him on Twitter @tigianpage and on Instagram @thomasiangriffith.

Yuji Okumoto (Chozen Toguchi)

Chozen was the villain of the story in The Karate Kid Part II. After meeting Daniel again decades later when Daniel revisits Mr. Miyagi’s hometown in Japan, the two part ways as friends. Daniel looks to Chozen to help him in this upcoming season of Cobra Kai. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Okomoto is a third generation Japanese American. He graduated from Hollywood High School which is also the alma mater for such notable actors as Mickey Rooney, John Ritter, and Sarah Jessica Parker. Follow him on Twitter @yujiokumoto and on Instagram @yuji_okumoto.

Dallas Dupree Young (Kenny)

Kenny is a Cobra Kai student. Formerly a victim of bullying, Kenny is now the bully. Young has had roles on The Fosters, Mixed-ish, 9-1-1, and Good Trouble. Kenny is a new student at the high school and is being bullied by his classmates. He decides to join a dojo so he can learn to defend himself. Follow him on Instagram @dallasyoung and on Twitter @dallas_young1.

What happened in season 4 of Cobra Kai?

Season 4 found the Miyagi-Do and Eagle Fang dojos joining forces to take down Cobra Kai at the All Valley Under 18 Karate Tournament. Samantha and Miguel try to maintain the dojo alliance while Robby goes all in at Cobra Kai. By the season finale, Cobra Kai reigned supreme and took the title at the All Valley Under 18 Karate Tournament.

What can we expect in Cobra Kai season 5?

With his win at the tournament, Terry Silver looks to expand the Cobra Kai name with hopes to open dojos across the valley. Daniel teams up with Chozen with his own hopes to take Silver and Cobra Kai down as Johnny heads down to Mexico with Robby in search of Miguel. We can also expect to see some more familiar faces from the Karate Kid universe.

How many episodes are there in season 5 of Cobra Kai?

Each of the five seasons of Cobra Kai contain 10 episodes each.

Will Netflix premiere episodes of Cobra Kai weekly or will they drop all episodes at once?

The first two seasons of Cobra Kai originally appeared on YouTube. The third and fourth seasons premiered on Netflix and all episodes dropped on the same day.

Is there a trailer for Cobra Kai season 5?

There is! Netflix dropped this teaser trailer during their Cobra Kai panel during the Netflix is a Joke event.

Are there images from season 5 of Cobra Kai?

There are! Check out images from season 5 of Cobra Kai below.

Where is Cobra Kai filmed?

While the show takes place in the Los Angeles suburbs of Reseda and Encino, filming for Cobra Kai takes place mainly in Atlanta and the surrounding areas with some exterior shots filmed in Los Angeles to help establish location.