Cobra Kai is a rare reboot that satisfies both old and new fans but the new Karate Kid movie plan insults this beloved Netflix series.
The new Karate Kid reboot film has no plans to connect with Netflixs Cobra Kai series which is a massive insult to a great show. Series co creator Jon Hurwitz confirmed that the new movie would not feature or focus on the cast of Cobra Kai and since then no new details have been released. Throughout five seasons with a sixth on the way Cobra Kai has amassed a loyal following, striking a chord with countless fans old and new. It seems strange that the new Karate Kid movie would not be taking advantage of what has been established in Cobra Kai.
The plan for the new Karate Kid movie insults what Cobra Kai has achieved on Netflix. Not only is it a fantastic show in its own right but its a prime example of how to properly reboot a franchise something the new film should take advantage of. While having a Karate Kid movie that stands on its own may appeal to general audiences, it could also alienate existing fans of the franchise. As a result its unclear whether the new Karate Kid film can afford to be separate from Cobra Kai.
The new Karate Kid movies biggest problem is that Cobra Kai has already succeeded in rebooting the franchise. The story is very in line with the original movies but the creators chose to reframe the narrative from the antagonist perspective. Johnny Lawrence William Zabka has a very different personality and teaching style from Daniel LaRusso Ralph Macchio and over time he grows into a better man and mentor through teaching karate. Cobra Kai manages to perfectly balance familiar elements with fresh new ideas something many reboots tend to struggle with.
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