I was not prepared for how good this guy's acting was going to be. He was amazing in season 2, like stole the entire show with his just his reaction shots.
both of William Zabka and Ralph Macchio waiting for the call to make the franchise alive again. No wonder they give everything to this series. Dont forget Kreese. They really have spirit to own this franchise and do their best to make it continue.
William Zabka is so cool...Got to meet him last year...Totally down to earth. A real class act and a legit green belt in Tang soo do Korean karate. Much respect.
Avengers- End Game? Nah! Game of Thrones final season? Meh. Cobra Kai season 2 - yes! That's what I'm waiting for! A fresh breath of positivity, getting back at life, starting over even if you win or lose. That's what we needed!
Tv show maybe but really Avengers Endgame is what I'm waiting for more then any show or movie at this point just as I'm sure about 5 million ppl would agree with me
Rollicker- I also an anticipating Cobra Kai more than any other TV Show I could think of in Many, Many years. In many way, Cobra Kai is that Rare Sequel that is better than the Original. It is more complex than the Original Movie. It is interesting that Johnny Lawrence who was just basically a MInor Character-( he has some scenes in the first movie, appeared in just the first 15 mInutes of the 2nd MOvie and never appeared again) is now a major Character. The Johnny Lawrence character reminds me a little bit of Andy Sipowitz played by Dennis Franz in NYPD Blue. A very flawed, Tragic Hero.
Zakba was and is one of the most underrated actors in the business. Nobody played the popular guy, who you love to hate better than him. He has the kind of talent that got pigeonholed into that typecast, but he had range. He's way more talented than many who had bigger careers. Not saying he didn't have a successful career, he did, but he deserved more deverse roles that showed his range. He completely deserves this resurgence in his career, and I'm convinced he's part Vampire, because he still looks exactly the same. Guy just doesnt age.
@David duFresne I totally agree. They all do look good. Ralph as well. I am the same age as them, and I was a big fan of the movies back then. It's good to see actors who didn't fly off the stratosphere like Tom Cruise, acting on a major platform. You can tell they're very appreciative of the sudden success of the series. They deserve it.
I hope that CK lasts at least 5 seasons. Then maybe after that years later you could have the likes of Miguel and Robby once they're adults teaching the following generation.
It’s almost impossible to think Zabka didn’t know karate. It’s obvious Macchio still hasn’t taken a single lesson in karate. That heal kick in the dealership was hilarious lol. Cobra Kai is the best thing to happen since karate kid 2
Finally accepted YT Premier 1-month trial just for Cobra Kai and binge-watched it. Then I found out the entire season 2 is dropping in a month so I will be keeping the subscription for it.
I signed up for YT TV so I could watch Cardinals baseball since I'm a cord cutter and realized that I also get all of the YT original series now. Can't wait to see season 2 when it looks like it'll be full scale Cobra Kai vs. Miyagi Do war going on.
He's incredible in this ..... should be nominated for best male performance in many awards because he deserves it and really is the character that has made this show the success it is
I never knew I'd like this actor so much! I wish he'd done more WAY before now, but so very glad he's back! Someone get this guy into some movies, too!
A good diet and consistent training will do that. Billy didn't know karate when he filmed the first movie, but he's a second-degree green belt in Tang Soo Do nowadays.
Moviefan2k4 not really. Its luck of the draw. Sure, you can say its diet, exercise, etc. In total I've probably smoked close to 20 years, (haven't in over 2), was a pretty good drinker, but people think I'm either in my late 20s/early 30s. Of course, you never know when "life," will catch up. And being in my 40s, I see gray hairs that seem to have popped up overnight. *And I do believe that having kids make you age expedientally* Its all a crap shoot
Happy to have them back and making a killer new version of the show with new ideology. Agree that Zabka is a great actor, I've loved him since Equilizer. Are that roughing him up? He looks rough in show, but great in this interview, as I remember him.
Love the show! Great writing, love the seriousness, the story is, the laughter, the heroes, choice between right and wrong. Just fantastic! Keep it going for another 10 seasons!
I like that he made the miyagi connection before they straight up showed how he had the same type of arc has miyagi by being in the dumps and than finding a kid who changes him and makes him feel some kind of purpose
Zakba was really impressive esp his fighting in 1st episode, C2E2 is awesome. btw is it just me or does the kind interviewer look like Kobra Kai sensai Kreese??
Still waiting for season 3. Now it's been so long I have to go and watch interviews about season 1 and 2. I really hate Netflix bought this series. Unfortunately, Netflix runs things into the ground and cancel the few good shows they have and what I'm really afraid of it all the PC that Netflix uses because that have started to go overboard with this issue. I'm so happy that great writer's that love the original movie so much are the ones writing the story. It definitely shows that too.
As much as I love Karate Kid, Cobra Kai, and all the cast, I wonder how they would use Pat Morita if he was still alive. I think Cobra Kai is more effective with his passing, Daniel carrying over his legacy as the sanseiof Miyagi Do Karate has been very effective and use of his image is brilliant for nostalgia and flashbacks.
when i showed the first time karate kid to my son he told me: ohhh no this typical story with an old japanese master... and i told him : "hey from where do you think it come" ! btw i did watch it in french when i was young, and now that i'm able to watch it in english, god so much better !
Though he was only in a few episodes, I remember Zabka fondly as "The Equalizer"'s son. Much different character than John Lawrence, at least when the show was current.
I just have to say, you don't need to be born when a movie comes out for it to be a part of your childhood. I was born in 1992 and my favorite movies growing up were the Karate Kid movies.
Zabka is a classic role for the mischievious, jock that clashes the new kid in town, as of another karate kid movie, I would be interested in the resort. ?????
Zakba acting is what really makes this show. Zakba is the soul of this show
J M Emmy worthy
You are so right!
I love them all
But Zabka is the soul of this show indeed
True
absolutely! agree 100%
Zabka just seems like a joy to be around. So glad to see him having a renaissance.
I was not prepared for how good this guy's acting was going to be. He was amazing in season 2, like stole the entire show with his just his reaction shots.
both of William Zabka and Ralph Macchio waiting for the call to make the franchise alive again. No wonder they give everything to this series. Dont forget Kreese. They really have spirit to own this franchise and do their best to make it continue.
So true he’s amazing 🥰❤️🥰
I like Ralph allot, but it was great to see an interview with Billy alone.
i know it is pretty randomly asking but do anyone know of a good website to watch new movies online?
William Zabka is so cool...Got to meet him last year...Totally down to earth. A real class act and a legit green belt in Tang soo do Korean karate. Much respect.
Avengers- End Game? Nah! Game of Thrones final season? Meh. Cobra Kai season 2 - yes! That's what I'm waiting for! A fresh breath of positivity, getting back at life, starting over even if you win or lose. That's what we needed!
I'm anticipating season 2 of Cobra Kai more than any other movie or tv show this year.
Stranger things ?
Tv show maybe but really Avengers Endgame is what I'm waiting for more then any show or movie at this point just as I'm sure about 5 million ppl would agree with me
Show Cobra Kai
Movie Avengers Endgame
Anime Attack on Titan
Rollicker- I also an anticipating Cobra Kai more than any other TV Show I could think of in Many, Many years. In many way, Cobra Kai is that Rare Sequel that is better than the Original. It is more complex than the Original Movie. It is interesting that Johnny Lawrence who was just basically a MInor Character-( he has some scenes in the first movie, appeared in just the first 15 mInutes of the 2nd MOvie and never appeared again) is now a major Character.
The Johnny Lawrence character reminds me a little bit of Andy Sipowitz played by Dennis Franz in NYPD Blue. A very flawed, Tragic Hero.
Anti-Federalist 1776 I’m pretty sure Game of Thrones is higher. I’ve never watched it but I do know that.
What a humble actor....he is very genuine..he does an amazing job with his character...can't wait for season 3.
Zakba was and is one of the most underrated actors in the business. Nobody played the popular guy, who you love to hate better than him. He has the kind of talent that got pigeonholed into that typecast, but he had range. He's way more talented than many who had bigger careers. Not saying he didn't have a successful career, he did, but he deserved more deverse roles that showed his range. He completely deserves this resurgence in his career, and I'm convinced he's part Vampire, because he still looks exactly the same. Guy just doesnt age.
@David duFresne I totally agree. They all do look good. Ralph as well. I am the same age as them, and I was a big fan of the movies back then. It's good to see actors who didn't fly off the stratosphere like Tom Cruise, acting on a major platform. You can tell they're very appreciative of the sudden success of the series. They deserve it.
We want Cobra Kai season 3!
I could watch a series every month.
I hope that CK lasts at least 5 seasons. Then maybe after that years later you could have the likes of Miguel and Robby once they're adults teaching the following generation.
It's coming to Netflix
I was waiting for someone to yell "put him in a body bag!!!!"
"get him a body bag"
Sorry to be that asshole.
@AsSeenOnTV funny spoiler...........Tommy gets his body bag in season 2!
@AsSeenOnTV lol that's right. Thank you sir and have a wonderful day:)
Zabka sounds like he is such a nice guy. He was great in Shootfighter along Bolo Yeung and Martin Kove!
BOLO YEUNG is the MASTER!
Cobra kai the lost years.
They need to make a shootfighter 3
It’s almost impossible to think Zabka didn’t know karate. It’s obvious Macchio still hasn’t taken a single lesson in karate. That heal kick in the dealership was hilarious lol. Cobra Kai is the best thing to happen since karate kid 2
Ikr. I was pretty surprised with the kick Ralph did in the dealership. I thought he would do better😂
I am glad they made your character more relatable.
Finally accepted YT Premier 1-month trial just for Cobra Kai and binge-watched it. Then I found out the entire season 2 is dropping in a month so I will be keeping the subscription for it.
I signed up for YT TV so I could watch Cardinals baseball since I'm a cord cutter and realized that I also get all of the YT original series now. Can't wait to see season 2 when it looks like it'll be full scale Cobra Kai vs. Miyagi Do war going on.
The hero we need
He definitely aged like fine wine.... Hot! He deserves the fame! Can't wait for 3!!!
He's incredible in this ..... should be nominated for best male performance in many awards because he deserves it and really is the character that has made this show the success it is
Met him@ motor city comicon last year
He's the coolest!
Agreed....I got to meet and talk with him at horror hound weekend...He was so cool. Total class act.
I never knew I'd like this actor so much! I wish he'd done more WAY before now, but so very glad he's back! Someone get this guy into some movies, too!
Zabka looks 10 years younger than his true age.
A good diet and consistent training will do that. Billy didn't know karate when he filmed the first movie, but he's a second-degree green belt in Tang Soo Do nowadays.
Yeah, he and Ralph both aged very well. Good genetics i suppose.
@@QoQabai658 Martin Cove looks great for 73 also.
Yeah I could belive William is 44 not 54.
Moviefan2k4 not really. Its luck of the draw. Sure, you can say its diet, exercise, etc. In total I've probably smoked close to 20 years, (haven't in over 2), was a pretty good drinker, but people think I'm either in my late 20s/early 30s. Of course, you never know when "life," will catch up. And being in my 40s, I see gray hairs that seem to have popped up overnight. *And I do believe that having kids make you age expedientally* Its all a crap shoot
Happy to have them back and making a killer new version of the show with new ideology. Agree that Zabka is a great actor, I've loved him since Equilizer. Are that roughing him up? He looks rough in show, but great in this interview, as I remember him.
He was the son of the equalizer!!! Great call!!!
I'm so happy to see William seems to be a really good dude.
I want to know if Billy did his own dives in Back To School. R.I.P. Pat Morita and Rodney Dangerfield
Ouch!!! He had really bad cramps
😄👍
William Zabka hands down played the best villains in the 80s.
William Zabka, I am so glad for you! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
what a cool dude
William Zabka is soooo Dreammmyyyy 😍😍😍😍😍😍
Cobra Kai never dies...LIKE MY ETERNAL LOVE FOR ZABKA!!!
Awesome stuff. I loved all the karate kid movies as a kid & I love the new cobra Kai series. Looking forward to season 2 🐍😉👍
Billys a great actor, something so small but so entertaining is how he plays the part of being technologically illiterate lol so good
Love the show! Great writing, love the seriousness, the story is, the laughter, the heroes, choice between right and wrong. Just fantastic! Keep it going for another 10 seasons!
Ive never been hyped for a 3rd season like this before
William, you are a real nice person, great actor and you deserve all the fame - you are real badass. :)
Best show out there! Looking forward to season 2.
I like that he made the miyagi connection before they straight up showed how he had the same type of arc has miyagi by being in the dumps and than finding a kid who changes him and makes him feel some kind of purpose
Zakba was really impressive esp his fighting in 1st episode, C2E2 is awesome. btw is it just me or does the kind interviewer look like Kobra Kai sensai Kreese??
It's not a reboot. It's a sequel.
Exactly. Jackie Chan was the crappy reboot.
You could see it as a reboot of the franchise "The karate Kid".
@@infinitecurve5524 I’m a fan of Jackie but I agree
Can't wait for this season!
Such an awesome dude and awesome show! Season 2 was great, can't wait for the next one(s)!
Cobra kai cobra kai cobra kai cobra kai
yessss
What a down to earth guy
I wonder how good of friends William and Ralph are in real life? They must have had great fun working together on the original film.
WILLIAM ZABKA IS AN AWESOME ACTOR LOVE THIS GUY👌👊👊👊👊👊
W. ZABKA is hot.
Still waiting for season 3. Now it's been so long I have to go and watch interviews about season 1 and 2. I really hate Netflix bought this series. Unfortunately, Netflix runs things into the ground and cancel the few good shows they have and what I'm really afraid of it all the PC that Netflix uses because that have started to go overboard with this issue. I'm so happy that great writer's that love the original movie so much are the ones writing the story. It definitely shows that too.
Cobra Kai was on board with lbgtq issues quite early. I definitely remember seeing Lamar Latrell as a CK member.
This show was so well made even Disney decided to start doing their own streaming shows.
Zapka is a good actor and I really hope he gets more roles.
Zabka, estabas buenísimo en Kárate Kid y lo sigues estando en Cobra Kai! Ya lo dice el dicho:"el que tuvo retuvo".
YES!! We need his camping trip with Robby!! That's all I want above everything else
I hope they bring back Mike Barns
Lloyd Smalley is like to see Sato in the future seasons.
As much as I love Karate Kid, Cobra Kai, and all the cast, I wonder how they would use Pat Morita if he was still alive. I think Cobra Kai is more effective with his passing, Daniel carrying over his legacy as the sanseiof Miyagi Do Karate has been very effective and use of his image is brilliant for nostalgia and flashbacks.
William Zabka, what a hottie
did that dude say "Cubra Kai"? I think so, let me know what you think.
I came to look for this comment.
when i showed the first time karate kid to my son he told me: ohhh no this typical story with an old japanese master... and i told him : "hey from where do you think it come" ! btw i did watch it in french when i was young, and now that i'm able to watch it in english, god so much better !
He plays a great bad guy, but too bad he soon became type cast early on in his career.
Not really. Watch Equilizer, he's not type cast in that.
Andy Tay He is incredible in The Equalizer 👏👏👏
William actually did better than Ralph.
Though he was only in a few episodes, I remember Zabka fondly as "The Equalizer"'s son. Much different character than John Lawrence, at least when the show was current.
Cobra Kai works because of this guy
We should check in with poor Tommy in season 2 and see how he is coping with his brain damage.
"GET HIM A BODY BAG! YEAAAAAH!" -- Tommy was definitely suffering the after effects of brain damage. LOL!
...that is, besides being crazy, over-the-top excited, Tommy should have said, "PUT HIM IN A BODY BAG!" Yep, definitely brain damage.
When ppl say underrated actor he's it so cool thumbs up
Much respect to anti bullying
What a cool guy
Zabka as chaz osborne in BACK TO SCHOOL might have been his greatest role, I'd argue it against anybody!!!!!
Billy zabka is so cool
Great interview. Can’t wait for season 2. I feel Kreese will steal season 2
Lol Zabka said none of them knew martial arts I think he forgot about the kid that plays hawk and the kid that plays Robbie
Best show out why is it on UA-cam please tell me worth more then that it’s a great show best out actually
*Jayden Smith has joined the server*
No I want season 3 now
SWEEP THE LEG!!!
I was at c2e2 and wanted to see him on the livestage but my friend doesn't watch cobra Kai or the karate kid 😢
I love cobra kai well done William zabka
Awesome show
Will you see Bobby
Tommy or Dutch in any of the seasons?
Yes Bobby and Tommy and Jimmy is in season 2 🐍
@@PrinceZuko420 the real guys??
I hope I get to meet William one day.
he's cool.
he was a bully in the movie JUST ONE OF THE GUYS lol another good movie
love you Lawrence
William Zabka 👑💎
Love u ❤🇧🇷
He is great on the show.
I think next step movie theaters
I just have to say, you don't need to be born when a movie comes out for it to be a part of your childhood. I was born in 1992 and my favorite movies growing up were the Karate Kid movies.
I need a jacky chan vs movie xD
I'm with cobra Kai now...
Zabka is a classic role for the mischievious, jock that clashes the new kid in town, as of another karate kid movie, I would be interested in the resort. ?????
They already rebooted it like thrice, lol!
Miguel and Johnny all day
Damn the questions in these interviews can be boring. He's fun to watch though.
William Zabka = Karate Kid
why the description says Billy??
Ferry Y that’s a nickname for people named William. I have no idea why.
@@TheReagorBrothers It reminds me of GradeAUnderA video ,,the stupidest names on earth" 😅
Now you need to reprise Greg Tolen in a continuation of Just One of the Guys
Great tittie scene Aye Carumba
Paul-E G'z lol, my 9 year old self concurs (current me as well)
Love this show, but, how many times did he say "..you know..."??
He looks likes Owen Hart
i will be watching.
Do they even know what cd players are lol
PROBABLY not lol do they know what walkmans are? Lol
Coobra kai’s own
hot dog time machine
I am just catching up on the show. I have to say he steals just about every scene.
Who wants to see Tommy, Bobby, Dutch and Jimmy return?
They do!!! Except for dutch
@@paul-egz4264 No Dutch? He was my favorite!
Zabka makes the show. I think with him this show would be not that great.