Why Hilary Swank Didn't Return to Cobra Kai: Creators Share Disappointment

Discover why Hilary Swank, known for her role as Julie Pierce in The Next Karate Kid, couldn't return to Cobra Kai despite the creators' efforts. The show's writers, Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg, revealed they reached out to Swank for a potential arc in Season 6 but were respectfully declined. Learn about the challenges of casting legacy actors, the possibility of a Mr. Miyagi prequel, and how the recent Karate Kid: Legends movie compared to Cobra Kai. Don't miss this deep dive into one of TV's most talked-about casting decisions. Keywords: Cobra Kai, Hilary Swank, Karate Kid, TV show news, Julie Pierce, Mr. Miyagi prequel, Karate Kid: Legends review, Netflix series, Entertainment Weekly interview, Elisabeth Shue return, Karate Kid alumni, Cobra Kai Season 6, TV show casting challenges