Sensei of Cobra Kai; seeks redemption while battling his past. Martin Kove
Season 2 received generally positive reviews, though some critics felt it leaned more heavily into "soap opera" melodrama than the first season. Sensei of Cobra Kai; seeks redemption while battling
: Daniel opens his own dojo, Miyagi-Do , to counter the rising influence of Cobra Kai's "Strike First" philosophy. : The return of original Cobra Kai founder
: The return of original Cobra Kai founder John Kreese introduces a darker, more ruthless influence that threatens Johnny's vision for his students. Sensei of Cobra Kai
The series features the return of original franchise stars alongside a new generation of "karate kids." Ralph Macchio Founder of Miyagi-Do; struggles to balance dojo and family. Johnny Lawrence William Zabka
Picking up immediately after Johnny Lawrence's victory at the All-Valley Tournament, the second season escalates the rivalry between Johnny and Daniel LaRusso.