Cobra Kai (2018)
A nostalgic rivalry reignites with brisk action, witty humor, and broad comedic drama.
This Karate Kid sequel series picks up 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and finds Johnny Lawrence on the hunt for redemption by reopening the infamous Cobra Kai karate dojo. This reignites his old rivalry with the successful Daniel LaRusso, who has been working to maintain the balance in his life without mentor Mr. Miyagi.
How intense is Cobra Kai?
Cobra Kai has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs dry and broad. Rated TV-14.
What Cobra Kai feels like
- Tone
- nostalgic
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- dry and witty, broad and big
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
Where to stream Cobra Kai
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Cobra Kai for you?
Is Cobra Kai scary?
No. Cobra Kai is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Cobra Kai gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Cobra Kai sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Cobra Kai OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream Cobra Kai?
Cobra Kai is streaming on Netflix.
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