The best episode directed by Josh Heald is "The Rise", rated 9.13/10 from 23 user votes. It was "written by Bob Dearden". "The Rise" aired on 12/31/2021 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Fall".
The tournament comes to a shocking end, with the aftermath leaving its participants reeling – and two champions facing uncertain futures.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Bob Dearden
The annual All Valley Karate Tournament kicks off as several competing dojos vie for the grand championship – and settle some personal scores.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Michael Jonathan Smith
Old wounds begin to heal at a country club holiday party, but a brutal assault by Kreese's students leads to new betrayals and alliances.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: N/A
Daniel tries to strike a shady deal to undermine Johnny’s dojo. Meanwhile, Johnny expands his enrollment ranks in the dojo. Miguel puts his karate practice into reality as Samantha faces rejection in school.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Josh Heald
Daniel’s students are given a lesson in overcoming their grudges. Johnny spends some time away from the dojo, while Kreese exerts his influence.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Josh Heald
The team races to Area 52 to grill Koslov and his buyer, and Maya heads to the strip club with a new friend who threatens to sabotage their mission.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: N/A
The mission kicks into high gear when the squad learns shocking news about the nuke. It's all hands on deck to stop the explosion before it's too late.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Bob Dearden
It's Christmastime in the Valley, and romance is in the air. Daniel and Miguel find unexpected common ground, and the Cobra Kai recruits go on a mission.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: N/A
Daniel struggles to help a new student learn. Miguel makes a new connection, while Johnny tries to repair a relationship. Tensions between the two dojos build to a breaking point.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: Josh Heald
Johnny’s dojo class attracts a group of misfits while his son Robby, who harbors ulterior motives, lands a new job. Samantha makes a new friend in science class. Daniel inspires interest in karate from an unlikely person.
Director: Josh Heald
Writer: N/A