Cobra Kai Season 6 Part II pulls out all the stops, bringing karate action, high stakes, and thrilling drama to a peak as the Miyagi-Do students face off against a more dangerous Cobra Kai and a host of international dojos at the Sekai Taikai. The gloves are most certainly off as the intensity is relentless in these five tight episodes, and the showdown scenes are some of the most heart-pounding and brutally captivating that the series has ever delivered. From start to the climactic finish, the punches come fast and hard, with the finale offering a shocking twist that will leave fans reeling. It’s safe to say this finale episode could go down as the best in all six seasons, eclipsing even the unforgettable school fight from Season 2.
The younger cast delivers on all fronts, masterfully portraying the nerves, tension, and fear of facing new challenges on a global stage. Bruce H. Lee as Kwon is a particularly formidable addition, bringing real threat and intensity as a foil to the Miyagi-Do students. His presence raises the stakes and makes each fight scene that much more gripping. Gone is a lot of the teenage angst and the drama this time comes from the responsibilities of each of their roles. Meanwhile, Yuji Okumoto’s Chozen brings soemthing new to the adult storylines, with fantastic character moments that remind viewers of his evolution and dedication to Miyagi-Do principles. Ralph Macchio and William Zabka take abit more of a back seat, well at least for part of the season and let the young cast (Tanner Buchanan, Xolo Maridueña, Mary Mouser, Jacob Bertrand & Gianni DeCenzo) take centre stage.
Two fo the new characters Patrick Luwis and Rayna Vallandingham, who will play Axel Kovacevic and Zara Malik are students of Sensei Wolf’s dojo, the newest threat to Miyagi-do and Cobra Kai from winning the tournament. thier additions are excellent and they fit into the proceedings like they’d been there for a 6 seasons already. The season pretty much lets you know where in the world all the various opponents and dojos are form with the soundtrack beats. When the Irish contingent are on screen is does feel a little bit streotyped, but that’s all part of the charm. Much like when Hawk joins proceedings in the tournament the staple Hawk sound.
Where Part I felt like a slow setup, Part II charges forward with no hesitation. This pacing allows the action sequences to shine, finally giving us full-contact karate warfare that fans have been waiting for since the beginning. Every fight is intricately choreographed, keeping the energy high and the outcomes unpredictable—this season isn’t afraid to keep you guessing, adding layers of suspense that previous seasons sometimes lacked. There is a certain 80’s movie feel to this section at times and we even finally get a training montage! And as for THAT moment in the final episode… You simply aren’t ready for what’s coming.
The writing team, led by creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg, truly realize their vision for the Cobra Kai saga in this final season. They’ve crafted a blend of compelling character arcs and top-tier action that makes this part of Season 6 essential viewing. It’s a fitting setup for the last section, scheduled to drop in early 2025, and if this part is any indication, we’re in for an explosive finale to the beloved series.
In short, Season 6 Part II delivers on every front—character growth, thrilling action, and a breakneck pace that fans have craved. With “5-star performances, 5-star direction, and 5-star action,” this chapter of Cobra Kai deserves nothing less than five stars! Get us Part III pronto!
Cobra Kai is streaming on Netflix now
