Netflix’s hit series “Cobra Kai” is set to conclude its run with the release of Season 6 Part 3. This final installment, aptly titled “The Finale Event,” consists of five episodes, bringing the season’s total to 15 and marking the end of the beloved “Karate Kid” spinoff.
The upcoming episodes pick up in the aftermath of a tragic incident at the Sekai Taikai Tournament, where Cobra Kai fighter Kwon (Brandon H. Lee) accidentally lost his life. This shocking event has cast a shadow over the world of martial arts, prompting both Miyagi-Do and Cobra Kai to confront their past while facing an uncertain future.
Co-creator Josh Heald shed light on the series’ conclusion in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter. He emphasized that the death on the international stage raises profound questions for each character about their life choices and future paths. “How does that affect what they want for their lives, how do they move on from that? How do they take from that something good for the rest of their lives when there is seemingly nothing good in that moment?” Heald pondered.
The final episodes promise to address both long-standing conflicts dating back 40 years and recent developments. Heald described the upcoming installment as “wild,” hinting at a mix of intense conflict, evolving relationships, and the resolution of storylines that have captivated audiences since the series’ inception.
While fans may lament the series’ end, the creators have long planned for this conclusion. Heald, along with co-creators Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, had always envisioned how the show and its characters’ arcs would conclude. The decision to end with Season 6 was made to fulfill their “day one goal” of telling each character’s story from start to finish as they had originally conceived.
To properly wrap up the numerous storylines and character arcs that have developed over the series’ run, the creators opted for an extended final season. “We wanted to bring it in for a landing, but we needed more than one season and probably less than two seasons [to do so]. We ended up with a nice round number of 15,” Heald explained.
As “Cobra Kai” prepares to bow out, it leaves behind a legacy of revitalizing the “Karate Kid” franchise for a new generation while paying homage to its roots. The series has successfully balanced nostalgia with fresh storytelling, exploring themes of redemption, rivalry, and the enduring impact of mentorship.
Fans can catch the final episodes of “Cobra Kai” on Netflix, where the entire series is available for streaming. As the dojo doors prepare to close one last time, viewers can expect an emotional and action-packed conclusion to the saga that has redefined the meaning of “strike first, strike hard, no mercy” for a modern audience.
Where to Watch “Cobra Kai” Season 6 Part 3
The Cast
Courtney Henggeler
Xolo Mariduena
Tanner Buchanan
Mary Mouser
Jacob Bertrand
Gianni DeCenzo
Martin Kove
