Cobra Kai, Johnny Lawrence and Karate Kid

William Zabka on the ‘Cobra Kai’ Ending and Redemption of Johnny Lawrence
The original 'Karate Kid' star looks back on the show taking a leap with YouTube and becoming a cultural phenomenon on Netflix while he unpacks the series finale.
‘Cobra Kai’ Is The Ultimate Johnny Lawrence Redemption Story ‘Karate Kid’ Fans Never Knew They Always Needed
Cobra Kai finale spoilers ahead *** The Karate Kid’s Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) is the quintessential ’80s villain. You didn’t attend high school with thee Johnny L
Ralph Macchio Reflects on Controversial 'Karate Kid' Cameo in 'Cobra Kai' Finale
Ralph Macchio loves that Daniel LaRusso enjoys a moment of reflection in the form of a flashback to The Karate Kid (1984) during the controversial final scene of Cobra KaiSeason 6 Part 3. While Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) exits to “drain the main vein” in the restroom,
Cobra Kai Star William Zabka on Johnny Lawrence's Redemption, Kreese
Cobra Kai star William Zabka on completing Johnny Lawrence's redemption arc from The Karate Kid to today, making amends, and more.
“He got what he wished for”: Cobra Kai co-creator opens up about Johnny Lawrence's redemption arc in Season 6 Part 3
Cobra Ka i Season 6 Part 3 also culminates Johnny’s emotional journey as he is finally able to overcome his childhood trauma that was caused by abuse at the hands of his mentor, John Kreese. Talking about how the arc concludes in the finale, Schlossberg said:
The 'Cobra Kai' season 6 finale ending closes a chapter, but it's not the end of the 'Karate Kid' franchise
After six thrilling seasons, the "Cobra Kai" finale gives the series a worthy ending. While there won't be a season 7, there's more to be excited about.
How Did “Cobra Kai” End? Unpacking the Emotional Series Finale — and What's Next for “The Karate Kid” Universe
In the final scene, Daniel attempts to catch a fly with chopsticks like Mr. Miyagi challenged him to do in The Karate Kid. Johnny comes and squishes the fly with his hands while they are out for lunch, once again illustrating that their friendship is based on differences.
‘Cobra Kai’ Is Ending, But There’s Still a Bright Future For the ‘Karate Kid’ Franchise
Ralph Macchio and the Cobra Kai creators break down the final episodes, their failed efforts to bring Hilary Swank onto the show, and how the upcoming movie Karate Kid: Legends fits into the saga
Cobra Kai Quietly Reveals Where Johnny Lawrence Is During Karate Kid: Legends
It was often unclear what Johnny would do when Cobra Kai ended, but the show has subtly provided an answer for his Karate Kid: Legends-era role.
Cobra Kai fans are only just realising karate kid Ralph Macchio's real age
Ralph Macchio, who rose to fame after playing Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid and is now appearing in the spin-off Cobra Kai, has left viewers shocked after they learned how old he really is
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Johnny Lawrence is the real Karate Kid
The real Karate Kid has always been Johnny Lawrence: member and sensei of Cobra Kai, Miyagi-Do and Eagle Fang karate dojos.
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Ralph Macchio and William Zabka were 'Karate Kid' rivals. Then 'Cobra Kai' made them pals.
Even wise Mr. Miyagi couldn’t have seen the surprising path taken by “The Karate Kid” stars Ralph Macchio and William ...
‘I was the original Karate Kid – 40 years later, my story comes full circle’
That’s because the final scene that they ended up shooting together paid homage to the first time that their characters met – ...