Comedy-drama series Cobra Kai gave a new life to the classic Karate Kid franchise. The show aired in 2018 and reimagined the decades-spanning feud between Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso.

Cobra Kai co-creator Josh Heald says The Next Karate Kid star Hilary Swank ultimately turned down a chance to make an appearance on the show – and I'd be lying if I said my heart didn't hurt.