'Karate Kid' Series Coming to YouTube
by EG
Wax on! Karate Kid stars Ralph Macchio and William Zabka are reprising their iconic roles as Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence, respectively, nearly three decades after the martial arts drama's release.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the duo will star in a 10-episode, half-hour series titled Cobra Kai on subscription service YouTube Red. The show, which will premiere in 2018, will be set 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and follow the duo once again reigniting their rivalry. While Johnny seeks redemption, a seemingly successful Daniel struggles to get through life without his mentor, Mr. Miyagi.
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The Karate Kid also starred the late Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi.