Why It Ranks
The sequel nobody asked for that everybody loved.
Score Breakdown
The Review
Cobra Kai turned 1980s nostalgia into one of the most genuinely entertaining shows on streaming. The Karate Kid sequel series reframed the original film's villain, Johnny Lawrence, as a sympathetic underdog, and William Zabka's performance turned a legacy character into one of television's most lovable losers. The show balances martial arts action, teen drama, and comedy with surprising skill.
Fun Fact
The show originally launched on YouTube Premium, where it was the platform's biggest hit. When Netflix acquired it, viewership increased by an estimated tenfold.
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