Morita appeared in almosteveryKarate Kidmovie, missing only the 2010 Jackie Chan remake.
Morita’s iconicKarate Kidcharacter has haunted the narrative of the Netflix spinoff show since it began.
The actor’s death in 2005 meant he was unable to reprise his role whenCobra Kaipremiered in 2018.
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Cobra Kai is a sequel series continuing the narrative of the Karate Kid saga, set 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. It focuses on Johnny Lawrence seeking redemption by reopening the Cobra Kai dojo, reigniting his rivalry with Daniel LaRusso, who strives to maintain balance in his life.
