The The Hidden Review has watched the final season of Cobra Kai Season 6. It has been such a long ride—one that needs to be ridden again one last time.
By unpacking all six seasons of Cobra Kai, we can say that all six, divided by two, reflect three acts of a story, of a universe, of something that has become unique.
Not many stories in a franchise like Karate Kid, and later Cobra Kai, have twists that are connected and complementary for just one mission: to continue and finish what their beloved characters started in the ’80s.
So, let's start from the beginning.
The first two seasons are the discovery of the setting and the inciting incident of the characters.
The setting’s discovery is crucial because we don’t initially know what their journey looks like after the events of the original Karate Kid trilogy. We needed to see where they are in the present, understand their struggles and successes, and, therefore, understand them as individuals.
As we already know, our beloved principal characters belong to two different worlds, yet they are connected. At the same time, we knew that Daniel and Johnny were never fans of each other, but their rivalry escalated to the point of creating divisions and conflicts—inciting incidents—among the teenagers involved in their story. This tension influences relationships throughout all the seasons. Despite everything, in the end, they remain the core of the Cobra Kai series.
The next two seasons can be identified as the second act—the midpoint—where present conflicts resurface, intertwined with past events and the introduction of new and old characters. These additions create more trouble than ever, yet, over time, they also provide space and balance for both the beloved protagonists and the teenagers struggling to find their true identities. However, they all have one common enemy to defeat in the very same tournament where everything began.
As conflicts unfold, the battles seem never-ending, with new dojos emerging and new revelations creating twists that threaten to unravel everything. Despite the chaos, our beloved characters gradually find balance, growing closer as they realize that together, they are stronger.
The last two seasons represent the third act—Resolution. By this point, our two main characters have found peace and a form of collaboration. The story unveils hidden past events that had yet to be discovered but are deeply connected to them, ultimately revealing their true selves. The series delivers the powerful message that, despite the existence of multiple dojos, there is only one true philosophy throughout: karate, as a sport and a discipline, holds life-changing lessons and perspectives.
Over the years, the series has successfully demonstrated how a beloved franchise can expand its universe, introduce new characters and conflicts, and still stay true to its roots. More importantly, it ensures that every character has the opportunity to find peace and fulfillment, bringing the story to a satisfying conclusion where every puzzle piece falls into place—elevating the audience to another level of emotional connection and hope.
By analyzing the portrayal of karate itself and the choreography of all the fights, we must give a huge congratulations to the stunt team, actors, and crew involved. Their dedication to the craft shines through in every battle sequence, doing justice to the original franchise while bringing fresh perspectives.
The cinematography is exceptional, as is the directing and producing. The team has beautifully captured the essence of the series while incorporating original locations from the old franchise, a key factor in its success.
As for the writing, it has had a significant impact on the storytelling. From great writing comes great performances. The talent in this series is remarkable, seamlessly connecting the old generation with the new and cementing a legacy through their performances—a perfect COMBO.
It is rare to create such a profound impact, so we must all raise our fists and steady our stances to protect this franchise from any villains who dare to challenge it, because Cobra Kai never dies.
Overall, congratulations to everyone involved in this production, and thank you for allowing us to relive the dream once again with The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai. We eagerly await the next chapter.
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Congratulations Cast & Crew!
Hidden Fire Star 10/10 ⭐️
Review written by Al Fenderico
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