S1E10
Mercy
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
Cobra Kai fights in the All Valley Karate Championship, and the final match comes down to Miguel and Robby. Each of them put their sensei’s lessons to use but only one can emerge the victor. Afterward, Johnny receives a visit from a figure from his past.
Our Take
The season finale pays off ten episodes of buildup with a tournament that actually feels earned, and the Miguel/Robby showdown lands hard because both kids are easy to root for. Johnny’s closing scene is a great hook for season two. A satisfying wrap-up that’s still a bit rushed in the final stretch.