Cobra Kai spoilers follow.
Cobra Kai never dies, or so they say… but is the show preparing to end with one last, ultimate smackdown?
Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso have finally found the secret to burying their decades-long feud, and that's finding someone else to team up against. Luckily there was no better enemy to take down than Terry Silver and his growing horde of obsessed Cobra Kai dojo members.
Finally establishing the balance between their ying/yang ways of life, it seems they are actually learning from each other (crazier things have happened!). But what now?
Here's everything you need to know about what lies ahead for Cobra Kai.
Cobra Kai season 6 potential release date: When can we expect Cobra Kai season 6?
It's official – Cobra Kai is returning for a sixth and final season!
Series creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg announced the news in an official statement to fans on January 20, saying: "Reacquainting the world with the Karate Kid universe has been our humble honour.
"Making Cobra Kai has allowed us to join the same hallowed dojo once inhabited by the great Robert Mark Kamen, John Avildsen, Jerry Weintraub, and all the amazing original cast members."
The trio went on to write that the goal with the show was always to finish it on their own terms, which they believe they have accomplished.
"So it is with immense pride and thankfulness that we are able to announce that achievement," they continued. "The upcoming season six will mark the conclusion of Cobra Kai. While this may be bittersweet for the fandom, the Miyagiverse has never been stronger.
"This fandom is the BEST on the planet and we hope to be telling more Karate Kid stories with you down the line. Because as we all know, Cobra Kai never dies."
Before signing the statement with Cobra Kai's iconic mantra, they added that season six is set to be the "the biggest" season yet.
Netflix also released an official announcement video, where we hear William Zabka's Johnny Lawrence ask: "Do you have one more fight left in you?"
Deadline reported that production is set to begin this spring. Previous seasons of Cobra Kai have only taken two months film, so taking into account the time needed for editing and post-production, the earliest we're likely to see the final season is at the end of 2023.
Cobra Kai season 6 cast: Who will back for Cobra Kai season 6?
Cobra Kai just wouldn't be right without our two leads – William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence) and Ralph Macchio (Daniel LaRusso).
And these two guys would be nothing without the main women in their lives – Amanda (Courtney Henggeler) and the now pregnant Carmen (played by Vanessa Rubio).
Add to this fellow Karate Kid returnees Yuji Okumoto (Chozen) and Martin Kove (John Kreese). We may not have seen the last of Thomas Ian Griffith (Terry Silver) either, considering he doesn't go down without a fight, and now has nothing to lose.
Then there's the kids: Primarily Xolo Maridueña (Miguel), Tanner Buchanan (Robby), Tory (Peyton List), Mary Mouser (Sam), Jacob Bertrand (Eli/Hawk) and Gianni DeCenzo (Demetri).
Now rudderless without their sensei behind their backs, there are also questions hanging over the head of several prominent Cobra Kai members – most notably Dallas Dupree Young (Kenny) and powerful newcomer Oona O’Brien (Devon).
There's also the gang of Cobra Kai senseis who have their own grudge to settle. Sensei Kim Da-eun (played by Alicia Hannah-Kim) in particular is on a mission to fulfil a promise to her father to win the Sekai Taikai tournament, and probably won't be too happy that Silver's behaviour has caused a major setback. We'd be surprised if she doesn’t return.
Meanwhile, Bertrand previously said that he would love to see a world tournament in the final season, which would introduce some new characters and locations.
Speaking to PopCulture, he shared: "I really want to go to the world tournament. I think the world tournament would be super interesting because right now, it's just confined to The Valley of Karate, you know?
"I think it'd be really cool to introduce some crazy new players from all around the world. Yeah, and I'm sure Hawk can win at least a couple of fights." Now that would be epic.
The rest is a mystery. When we hear more, you'll know more.
Cobra Kai season 6 plot: What will Cobra Kai season 6 be about?
When and if the show returns, it's clear it's not going to be the same Cobra Kai we know and love… for starters, the rivalry isn't there anymore between the two dojos.
In the season five finale, Silver's misdeeds finally caught up with him, and after being exposed for cheating at the All-Valley tournament, his cruel nature was finally revealed to his students, and they all ditched him.
But they're still figuring out what to do now. Do they join Miyagi-Do/Eagle Fang (or whatever they decide to call themselves?) or do they give up karate for good?
Kenny, who had gone from a sweet-natured nerd to a cold-hearted bully under the teachings of Silver, is likely going to feel this the most.
Speaking about his heartbreak at being let down by Silver, actor Dallas told Digital Spy: "Kenny's heartbroken. I mean, it was a gut-wrenching moment honestly, because his father figure [Silver] is his leader, the guy that he looked up to, his mentor, kind of betrayed him in a sense," Dupree Young said.
"And for Kenny to watch that video and see the evidence, it was just very disheartening. So I think Kenny is in a rough headspace. He doesn't really know where he wants to go at this point. But I can't wait to see what happens with him."
Elsewhere, we're keeping all our fingers crossed for our new fave Chozen, after he drunk-dialled Kumiko back in Okinawa to reveal his true feelings for her (we've all been there, bud). Now recovering from what appeared to be near lethal injuries, this guy deserves the biggest hug and the biggest break.
There are two major hanging threads this season – Kreese and his plans for revenge after breaking out of prison and going on the run, and the Sekai Taikai international championships.
Johnny and Daniel both screwed over Kreese while in prison by lying about getting him a lawyer, which likely won't sit pretty with him. But he's most likely wanting his own revenge on Silver (which, ironically, he could have done if he'd just waited another couple of days). But he also clearly feels guilt over Tory and dragging her into his scheme, only to drop her when he felt like he was losing.
But the Sekai Taikai is one of the most prestigious karate championships in the world. If the group can stick together long enough, then they can share their teachings (and Mr Miyagi's knowledge) with the entire world.
"I know that the creators they want a great resolution like any good story," Gianni Decenzo, who plays Demetri, told Digital Spy. "They don't want to leave the fans hanging. So I think we can definitely see some more Cobra Kai in the future.
"I mean, there's a lot still to solve – you got Miyagi-Do, Eagle Fang... They're kind of working together but there's still two separate groups and then of course prison seem to not be adequate enough to keep Kreese away!"
For now, if you're desperate to see more from your favourite karate kids you can catch Tory, we mean Peyton List, in her new thriller series School Spirits.
List will play Lisa in the new Paramount+ show, a recently deceased teen who finds herself trapped in the afterlife alongside fellow high school students. Now she must figure out how she disappeared and died so there'll be no floating on lofty clouds for her.
School Spirits is set to premiere on Paramount+ on March 9, so there's still a little while to wait, but at least it's not as long as Cobra Kai.
Cobra Kai season 6 trailer: Any Cobra Kai season 6 footage yet?
QUIET. There's a fair amount of time ahead before the new trailer and footage is sent to the internet.
But we'll be here watching and waiting for the snake to pounce for you. Protect the egg and all that. Keep checking in here and we'll update you as soon as we know more.
Until then… patience, young one.
Cobra Kai seasons one to five are available to watch now on Netflix.
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