Hopefully by now you have had the opportunity to sit down and watch the final five episodes of Cobra Kai. Perhaps you have even watched them multiple times. If you have seen them, you likely have many questions about how the show’s ending was planned from the start, as well as the decisions made for the characters. Don’t worry, io9 has you covered. They have been fortunate enough to speak with Cobra Kai creators Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald since 2018. These creators are huge Karate Kid fans and have poured their love for the franchise into Cobra Kai. In a recent interview with io9, the creators discussed their six-season journey with Cobra Kai and delved into spoilers from the final episodes.
The creators reflected on the incredible journey of creating a six-season sequel to their favorite movie franchise. They expressed gratitude for the opportunity and acknowledged that achieving six seasons in today’s TV landscape is no small feat. They discussed the significance of incorporating the song “You’re the Best” at a pivotal moment in the show, as well as the redemption arc for Johnny and Cobra Kai.
The interview also touched on the deliberate choices made for the episode titles and the twists and turns in the final episodes. The creators shared insights into the character dynamics and the development of key moments, such as Johnny’s resolution with Sensei Kreese and the decision to have Kreese and Silver meet their fate in a boat explosion.
Overall, the creators of Cobra Kai reflected on the journey of bringing their vision to life and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to create a meaningful continuation of The Karate Kid franchise.