William Zabka
William Zabka is an American actor, producer, and director known for his role as Johnny Lawrence in the 'Karate Kid' series. His career spans decades, with notable appearances in film and television, including the series 'Cobra Kai.' He is recognized for his distinctive voice and... Read More
Known for
Cobra Kai (2018–)
This Karate Kid sequel series picks up 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and finds Johnny Lawrence on...
The Karate Kid (2010)
Twelve-year-old Dre Parker could have been the most popular kid in Detroit, but his mother's latest career move has landed him in China. Dre...
Hot Tub Time Machine (2010)
A malfunctioning time machine at a ski resort takes a man back to 1986 with his two friends and nephew, where they must relive...
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Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
Karate Kid: LegendsAfter a family tragedy, kung fu prodigy Li Fong is uprooted from his home in Beijing and forced to move... |
Johnny Lawrence | |
| 2024 |
The Cobra Kai MovieA bullied teen embarks on his journey to become heroic, taking inspiration from the Netflix show, Cobra Kai. With the... |
William Zabka | |
| 2024 |
Jake Paul vs. Mike TysonThe Problem Child, Jake 'El Gallo' Paul, goes up against the Baddest Man on the Planet, Mike Tyson, live from... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Cobra Kai: Inside the DojoGo behind the scenes with the cast and creators of "Cobra Kai" as they break down the action and surprises... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Beyond the BonsaiCobra Kai stars Ralph Macchio and Mary Mouser discuss their experiences of working on the show from season 1 to... |
Unknown character | |
| 2021 |
More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita StoryThe Oscar nominated actor best known for his role of Mr. Miyagi, left behind a painfully revealing autobiographical record of... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The Netflix AfterpartyHosts David Spade, Fortune Feimster and London Hughes welcome guests from the newest and biggest Netflix titles for fun conversations,... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Reunited ApartJosh Gad reunites the cast and crews of various classic movies, and discusses the the films in hilarious yet heartfelt... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Cobra KaiThis Karate Kid sequel series picks up 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and... |
Johnny Lawrence | |
| 2017 |
John G. Avildsen: King of the UnderdogsAn examination of the Oscar-winning director who brought to life some of cinema's most beloved motion pictures. |
Self | |
| 2016 |
The Man in the SiloRacial family conflict results in a horrific car accident that leaves Marcus Wells a successful African American executive, proud husband... |
Kevin | |
| 2015 |
The Dog Who Saved SummerWhen Zeus accidentally destroys an important party, he gets sent to obedience school at the worst time! A trio of... |
Officer Johnny/Apollo | |
| 2015 |
I Hate Christian LaettnerHe made perhaps the most dramatic shot in the history of the NCAA basketball tournament. He's the only player to... |
Johnny Lawrence (archive footage) | |
| 2014 |
Where Hope GrowsCalvin Campbell is a former professional baseball player sent to an early retirement due to his panic attacks at the... |
Milton Malcolm | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
CrossGiven incredible power by an ancient Celtic Cross. Callan continues to fight evil... Now, joined by a team of weapons... |
Saw | |
| 2010 |
Hot Tub Time MachineFour pals are stuck in a rut in adulthood: Adam has just been dumped, Lou is a hopeless party animal,... |
Rick | |
| 2007 |
Smiley FaceJane, a struggling but perpetually stoned actress, has a busy day ahead. She has several important tasks on her list,... |
Prison Guard | |
| 2007 |
Cake: A Wedding StoryWhen two star-crossed lovers, set on eloping, are forced into having a big wedding, the bride develops a plan of... |
Sam | |
| 2007 |
Sweep the LegSweep the Leg incorpoarates elements of the 1984 film The Karate Kid and features appearances by nearly the entire original... |
Johnny Lawrence/Hilmself | |
| 2006 |
PsychThanks to his police officer father's efforts, Shawn Spencer spent his childhood developing a keen eye for detail (and a... |
Coach Baggs | |
| 2005 |
How I Met Your MotherA father recounts to his children - through a series of flashbacks - the journey he and his four best... |
William Zabka | |
| 2005 |
The Way of The Karate KidRetrospective documentary on the making of The Karate Kid (1984). |
Self / Johnny | |
| 2004 |
Wild RoomiesAfter his last girlfriend slept with his last roommate, Reno Rizzolla moves to L.A. with his new girlfriend... and chaos... |
Slick Salesman | |
| 2002 |
AntibodyAfter a terrorist with an implanted nuclear detonator gets shot, a team of scientists must defuse the bomb by miniaturizing... |
Otto Emmerick | |
| 2002 |
Dark DescentDeep in the Mariana Sea Trench, a corporate underwater mining complex has been built - an industrial Atlantis. When an... |
Marty | |
| 2002 |
Python 2A man, his business partner, and his wife are enlisted to transport an unknown object from a Russian military base,... |
Greg Larson | |
| 2002 |
AblazeThe owner of a gigantic oil refinery decides to burn the place down for insurance purposes, only to create a... |
Curt Peters | |
| 2002 |
LandspeedTwo teams are in a heated race for the money and the honor that comes with breaking the land speed... |
Bob Bailey | |
| 2002 |
Hyper SonicIn order to win $25 million, Daredevil pilots enter the worlds fastest jet race. |
The Executive | |
| 2002 |
Gale ForceRenegade L.A. detective Sam (Williams) takes a role as a cast member in a reality TV show where he leads... |
Rance | |
| 2001 |
EpochDisaster strikes as a specialised team of investigators struggle to find out the truth about a strange monolith which sends... |
Rover Driver Joe | |
| 2001 |
Falcon DownU.S. Air force officer Hank Thomas attempts to expose a military cover-up after a civiian airliner crashes. |
John - Security Guard | |
| 2001 |
Project: Human WeaponGriffin Michael is the only survivor of a top-secret C.I.A. program that raised five people to become superweapons—human killing machines.... |
Rojack | |
| 2000 |
PythonAfter a military plane crashes outside of a small American town, its cargo — a genetically engineered, sixty-foot-long python —... |
Greg Larsen | |
| 1999 |
InterceptorsIn the near future the US Government has created an elite team of soldiers specially trained for action in the... |
Dave | |
| 1997 |
High VoltageAfter unknowingly robbing a money laundering operation the heist crew must avoid mobsters. |
Bulldog | |
| 1996 |
To the Ends of TimeIn a mythical kingdom, a young boy must fight time for the love of his princess and the future of... |
Alexander | |
| 1996 |
Shootfighter IIIn this martial-arts actioner, Miami mobsters find themselves in mortal danger after an angry police chief hires the world's most... |
Ruben | |
| 1995 |
The Power WithinStan Dryer, a teen, afraid to even ask a girl to the prom, finds courage and extreme martial arts skill... |
Raymond Vonn | |
| 1994 |
Unlawful PassageErotic thriller about a rich couple who hires a new sailboat captain who's unbeknown to them also a drug smuggler. |
Howie | |
| 1993 |
Shootfighter: Fight to the DeathNick and Ruben are hoodwinked into a "shootfighter" (no-holds-barred, to the death) martial arts match by the evil Mr. Lee,... |
Ruben | |
| 1992 |
MTV Movie & TV AwardsThe annual film & TV awards show presented by MTV. The nominees are decided by producers and executives at MTV... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 1989 |
Protect and SurfA group of young police officers make up for the harsh realities of working on mean streets by sharing a... |
Russell Cooper | |
| 1988 |
A Tiger's TaleA young man falls for his girlfriend's mother. |
Randy | |
| 1986 |
Dreams of Gold: The Mel Fisher StoryThe true story of treasure hunter Mel Fisher, who spent much of his life--and his fortune--hunting for sunken Spanish treasure... |
Kim Fisher | |
| 1986 |
The Karate Kid Part IISummoned by his dying father, Miyagi returns to his homeland of Okinawa, with Daniel, after a 40-year exile. There he... |
Johnny Lawrence | |
| 1986 |
Back to SchoolSelf-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son Jason's college. While Jason tries... |
Chas | |
| 1985 |
The EqualizerRobert McCall is a former agent of a secret government agency who is now running his own private crime fighting... |
Scott McCall | |
| 1985 |
National Lampoon's European VacationThe Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They... |
Jack | |
| 1985 |
Just One of the GuysWhen Terry Griffith loses her high school's writing competition, she's convinced that it's because she's a girl. So Terry decides... |
Greg | |
| 1984 |
Contract for Life: The S.A.D.D. StoryTrue story of high school hockey coach Bob Anastas. After losing two of his all-star hockey players, he gets the... |
Rick Peterson | |
| 1984 |
E/RE/R is an American television sitcom that aired in 1984 and 1985. Developed from the long running play of the... |
Unknown character | |
| 1984 |
The Karate KidNew Jersey teen Daniel LaRusso moves to Los Angeles with his mother, and soon strikes up a relationship with Ali.... |
Johnny Lawrence |
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Got a question about William Zabka?
William Zabka is best known for his role as Johnny Lawrence in 'The Karate Kid' series and its sequel series 'Cobra Kai.'
William Zabka won a Daytime Emmy Award for his short film 'Most' in 2004. He has also received nominations for his work in 'Cobra Kai.'
William Zabka's first film role was in 'The Karate Kid' (1984), where he played the antagonist Johnny Lawrence.
In addition to 'The Karate Kid,' Zabka has appeared in films like 'Back to School' (1986) and 'Hot Tub Time Machine' (2010).
Yes, William Zabka stars in the Netflix series 'Cobra Kai,' which continues the story of 'The Karate Kid' decades later.
William Zabka's estimated net worth is around $3 million, reflecting his career in acting and producing.
Before acting, William Zabka was a competitive martial artist and also worked behind the scenes in film production.
William Zabka is known for his ability to portray both villains and layered characters, often with a blend of charm and intensity.