Cobra Kai is one of the hits on the Netflix platform, and the audience's love for it is absolutely deserved, and there are several compelling reasons for that.

The iconic film The Karate Kid (1984) about karate, rivalry, self-overcoming, and respect for mentors is beloved by several generations of movie fans. It spawned a bunch of sequels and imitators, and in 2010 a remake of the film was even released starring Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith. The project was given new life by the series Cobra Kai, which started on YouTube and later found a home on Netflix.

Especially for you, we have highlighted 5 reasons that allow us to call Cobra Kai a cool series, truly worthy of your attention.

Reason #1 — Stars of the Original

Among the main characters of the Netflix series are the very same Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) from the original 1984 film. Now they are adults; one has a car business, the other has problems with alcohol and dreams of reviving the Cobra Kai dojo. Despite the years that have passed, both heroes have not forgotten their rivalry and past grievances, which receive new twists.

The direct connection to the original, plus the charisma and charm of old acquaintances, provides a wealth of emotions, especially if The Karate Kid is among your favorite films.

Reason #2 — A Successful Balance Between Nostalgia and Modern Issues

The obvious goal of reviving the project was the desire to play on the nostalgic feelings of viewers. But Cobra Kai does not parasitize on this, offering a quite modern take on the classic story. There is cyberbullying and a number of other relevant issues that fade into the background once the heroes (both old and new) step onto the mats.

The appeal to nostalgia also turned out to be more than successful. Just consider the music and the interspersed scenes from the original film.

Reason #3 — Great Humor

Nowadays, it is impossible to take seriously stories about how karate turns a guy into a school star and allows him to solve all problems. And the authors, perfectly understanding this, fill the plot with comical situations, successful gags, and sometimes punchy punchlines. This reduces the level of seriousness and adds lightness and dynamics to the narrative.

Reason #4 — 30-Minute Episodes

The trend of expanding the boundaries of series with 30-minute episodes, previously occupied by sitcoms with canned laughter, is also reflected in Cobra Kai. This means you won't have to spend too much time watching the series, but if you wish, in just a few evenings you can fully appreciate the currently available 2 seasons of the show and their cohesive stories.

Reason #5 — Motivation and Inspiration

One of the strengths of the original were the scenes where Mr. Miyagi taught Daniel to find harmony with the world and himself. These elements of motivation and inspiration have also carried over into the series Cobra Kai. They run like a red thread throughout the plot development, reflected in the dialogues and actions of the characters.

And all of this is infectious; you yourself want to take your life into your own hands, achieve your goals, do what you love, and be in harmony with yourself.

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