Martin Kove Uncut Interview - Original Cobra Kai Dojo - 35 years later!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

We hope you enjoyed this uncut, exclusive interview with Martin Kove (aka John Kreese of The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai)! He's the ultimate professional and gentleman. Thank you, Mr. Kove! For all of the Cobra Kai and The Karate Kid franchise fans, please check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location episode on our channel, along with our other videos. More nostalgia to find.

[@brocaesar7484]

Is it possibly true that Martin Kove was drafted during the Vietnam war?

[@MuscleMindConnect]

Beyond the Backlot For sure!!!

[@mercatorjubio3804]

I would really love if Stallone brought him back as Erickson for a possible RAMBO VI movie.

[@norajavier7492]

Mr. Kove is such a beautiful human being, thank you so much sir for wonderful memories :-), Cobra Kai never dies! :-)))

[@stormchaser1971]

Great interview!

[@flynnrider8121]

The most hated bad guy always are the nicest people in real life. This dude is a solid cool guy.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?! Make sure to see our On Location episode for Karate Kid. We have more fun in the dojo with Kove

[@RyanX1899]

Looks like you could have some beers with him and an awesome chat.

[@NeverGiveUp-yt5nl]

And hopefully Pat Morita wasn't an asshole in real life, may he rest in peace though. Also hopefully Ralph Macchio isn't a asshole in real life. Because sometimes in most cases the good guys in movies are assholes in real life. Not saying Pat was or Ralph is one. Just simply stating that hopefully it wasn't the case for Pat and it isn't the case for Ralph.

[@antmanatthemoment7233]

I've heard Billy Zabka (the guy who plays Johnny) is a fairly decent guy too

[@panchitovilla9616]

It's usually the way it is bro, it's weird!

[@sabumnimphillips]

I met Martin Kove at a comic con once. I had just got an autograph from William Zabka, that famous photo from the tournament. I only had enough cash left for a selfie with Martin Kove. He saw I was holding the photo and he asked if I wanted him to sign it as well. I leaned and whispered I'm sorry I don't have anymore money with me. He signed anyway. We chatted for a few minutes and got our selfie. Super nice guy.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Totally! That's a great story. Love it. If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@hardhatrayify]

Thought you leaned is and said... "No mercy"

[@BillWillyBillyBill]

What a class act.

[@BC-PAC]

Thatnis such an awesome story , i love it!

[@PeacePham1991]

I had no idea that they initially charge money for it. Is it a common things at comic con? I always thought celebrities just give autograph and selfie for free as fan service

[@hanifalam5247]

First thing he remembered was his mum and dad respect

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He is such a class-act. We had more fun with Mr. Kove in our The Karate Kid On Location episode. Check it out! Thanks for watching!

[@stardawg4209]

True bad-ass! Respect!

[@2dollab178]

That really humanized him for me. It reminded me that these are people too, not just the characters we immediately associate their faces with.

[@davidelkins372]

it’s mom not mum

[@davidacobb1]

@@davidelkins372 depends where you're from. In Australia, NZ and England, amongst others, it's Mum.

[@Robocoppat]

COBRA KAI was elevated to another level when John Kreese came back. Great actor

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Amen. An element they needed to have a shadowy figure loom, creating excellent drama. You should check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More John Kreese / Martin Kove fun. Thanks for watching!

[@Spideymrw]

patrick mcglone so true. Glad they didn’t go with the season 1 storyline of him actually being dead

[@RyanX1899]

Yes! That sense of dread came back. Nobody getting an easy ride with The Kreese on the scene.

[@Wen6543]

Yes, but i dont like him to be a full villain, i hope he can have some kind of redemption. For now he hasnt done anything that can't be fixed.

[@superfred.17]

Chozen comes back in season 3

[@mainstreetsaint36]

Karate Kid was one of the many reasons why the 80s was one of the best decades for movies.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Amen! Thanks for watching and commenting. If you haven't, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode (and others). You'll love it!

[@mainstreetsaint36]

@Pine Barrens You're telling me. It felt like the boundaries were wide open. I miss those days.

[@chrisragone8785]

Yup the 80’s and early 90’s

[@TBBucccaneers]

This movie made me wanted to be in the 80’s

[@briancooper2112]

Movies today suck! A lot of 80's remakes!

[@Bunkerlipz]

I could listen to Martin Kove talk for hours; the man is so intensely passionate about his work.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He’s the real deal

[@chuckincharlo]

Martin love was a character actor before karate kid...he appeared in series such as Rockford files...Incredible hulk..starsky and hutch...etc

[@nathancruz9172]

Me too.

[@hanzobi1926]

@@chuckincharlo As if, we didn't know that already.

[@jerryuma]

Agreed!!!

[@Incomudro1963]

This man is in his 70's. Quite the bad ass for that age.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

That's right! "I like that...I like that!" If you enjoyed this interview, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@gunsnroses2053]

75yo

[@drewski1535]

Hate to say it he looks better the Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?!

[@bluecheese8703]

@@BeyondtheBacklot PAIN DOES NOT EXIST IN THIS DOJO, DOES IT??!! *N O S E N S E I ! !*

[@ap24101988]

This fella is 74 looks well god for his age.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! He takes care of himself, for sure. Great guy. If you liked this, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove fun.

[@alanshumway2541]

Phenomenal!

[@ludicrous23]

like everyone in the fucking cast in the karate kid

[@negan5374]

My dad is 70 and still has his red hair. Everyone said he look like Chuck Norris back in the day. But I wonder why Lawrence's buddies are bald because they had that cool Skywalker hair back then

[@cheddar6875]

looks like 60

[@toopacshowcore4673]

Glad the guy didn't interrupt martin and let him do all the talking .shows a huge side of respect he has for martin.

[@keltarking]

Too busy going mmhmm, mmhmm, right, right every other second.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Acknowledging answers?

[@keltarking]

@@BeyondtheBacklot It's an annoying distraction for 20 minutes.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Ah. We don't think so.

[@keltarking]

@@BeyondtheBacklot Of course you don't.

[@hepdragon32]

As of early 2021, Marty Kove is 74 years old - he’s in terrific shape.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?! He takes great care of himself and has a wonderful attitude. Thank you for watching! Please check out our other videos -- more nostalgia and movie fun! Thanks! :)

[@robg8502]

Amazing indeed :)

[@yoyo2ma]

He still has that commanding presence to be super intimidating as John Kreese.

[@pleasedontfailusproduction1968]

Martin Cove doesn't get enough love for his acting as Kreese, it takes a lot of talent to be a good villain and Cove is a genius at it, also love how he gives respect to the writers all the time and the people behind the scenes, absolute legend

[@katherineberger6329]

John Kreese was such a compelling villain because he was so REAL (the same reason Dolores Umbridge is a compelling villain). You don't get galactic conquerers in real life - what you get are officious bullies who use the power they have to crush other people's dreams and hopes and lives.

[@fers_in]

I'm so glad all Karate Kid actors are honored as they deserve, they made history.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Amen to that. Such a wonderful franchise. If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun! :) Thanks for watching!

[@roody716]

I still have a hard time believing that he's 74. The way he looks, the way he moves, and his brain seem as sharp as ever.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Absolutely! You'll enjoy our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More John Kreese / Martin Kove fun. Thanks for watching!

[@diningroomfish5470]

WoW 74 i was thinking maybe 55 wowww

[@speedyfinalmile]

No The kids in the move are 55 to 60 plus.Rob Garrison was turning 60 when he died. Rob Thomas, Chad McQueen and Tony Odell are around or over 60. William is the baby of the group.

[@anitacathrine]

He is no old man.. or older man!! He is in great Sharp . And look Good!! So happy he is back in cobra cai.... love it 💕

[@ChristoMac]

74 years old , looking AMAZING with unbelievable ENERGY and enthusiasm. Extremely happy for Martin Kove!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Well said! Thanks for watching!

[@ermonski]

Cobra Kai is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be .. unnatural

[@Deadpooltx]

I'm surprised they actually filmed this inside the actual dojo instead of a movie studio set elsewhere.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

We are sure glad they did! Filming locations "out in the real world" are the best. If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun! :) Thanks for watching!

[@rayvega3163]

Dude! My friends also called me "Ray-Ray"! I thought I am the only one who's being called that! And yes, my name is actually Ray. (And no, my full name isn't Raymond. No one on earth called me Raymond because it wasn't in my birth certificate, it's just Ray, or Ray-Ray as a nickname) Idk if your name is actually legit "Ray" and/or "Ray-Ray" is your nickname but your username caught my attention.

[@SamUrai-sh1vu]

Jun chongs dojang/dojo was iconic back in the day, quite a few movies were filmed there. Shame it closed.

[@MrBooBeeDoo]

Me too. I thought it was a real exterior and a studio for the inside. Incredible.

[@steves2609]

The dude is a natural storyteller. Extremely fascinating, intelligent and entertaining. Love seeing these actors in interviews like this, gives you a greater appreciation for the character they play/played. Well done!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Amen! We were struck by how much he remembered. Tough for anyone 30 years later! If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun! :) Thanks for watching!

[@BushAustralian]

@@BeyondtheBacklot don't forget the awomen too

[@cpester1]

Don’t you just hate it when one of your favorite villains makes you like him all in a 10 minute interview

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Hahaha! He’s such a cool dude! Be sure to check out our On Location Karate Kid episode. You’ll like it.

[@alimasri2997]

20 minute

[@jezzaus2124]

Such an iconic 80's villain.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Amen!

[@Taooflu]

He was a great “bad guy” in karate kid, perfect role.

[@CarlosGuzman-vi9xw]

He was great also in Rambo 2 & the original Last House on the Left

[@itsonlyme458]

In my childhood my Dad took me to karate lessons. I didn’t last as I was so frightened of Martin Kove’s character. What an amazing actor. Thanks Martin for scaring my childhood. 👍

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

TRUTH! But, we really had such a pleasant experience with him. A classy, professional man. You'd like our The Karate Kid On Location episode. Check it out! Thanks for watching!

[@Massproduce201]

Let’s be honest, The first trilogy was all Mr Miagi, he brought everything together. I’m so glad that these guys are able to carry the torch and make something that is quality and entertaining to watch.

[@KnockManJo]

So fascinating to hear him talk about his past on the set of the movies, great actor; and he brings back the "best" of his character in Cobra Kai too. Respect.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He’s truly a legend. Thanks for the comment!

[@KnockManJo]

@@BeyondtheBacklot Thank you for this amazing interview of his, the best I've seen him gave recently; and in the old dojo. Can't beat that.

[@johnfic4751]

He played a great bad guy. He have it depth. You wanted to know his story.

[@CovertRadio]

I love how all the other actors, writers, producers, (etc), are called by their real name. But for the entire duration of this, he calls Pat Morita = "Miyagi".

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?? If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun! :) Thanks for watching!

[@P.Whitestrake]

Pat was so iconic as Mr. Miyagi. Martin is too as Kreese, just as iconic.

[@nsera9462]

I do not know Martin Cove and I have never spoken to him, however he is such a likeable person.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He’s the best. A truly genuine and nice guy.

[@scottudell7202]

"You didn't know whether he was gonna just eat the child walking on the street or offer the kid a little lollypop." 😂😂😂

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

HA! So many great lines in that interview. Kove is a gem.

[@simt1973]

That was the one of my favourite lines he said in this interview! What a story teller!!!

[@poutsamouni5483]

This man will live more than 100 years he is in great shape and he will live for centuries as a legend

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He's the best.

[@DanTasticEntertainment]

Anyone else tense up when he quotes the Mr Lawrence line??

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Every. Time.

[@whoknew2273]

still got it

[@PeacePham1991]

When did it say it?

[@canalparalelo9853]

@@PeacePham1991 1:45

[@Thornus_______]

Such an underrated actor plays such a good heavy

[@fonzerellie3518]

He’ll be a great bad guy in Expendables 4 .

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Oh, we like that idea! If you enjoyed this video, please check out The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@petergolding8006]

This comment wins the internet today

[@BUBBA808]

This guys character was in Vietnam. That’s probably why his character seems so violent and aggressive and merciless. It makes sense cuz of what he went through in Nam

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He's an amazing character, for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@reallyboeing9666]

All that you're saying is perfectly explained in the Netflix show

[@BUBBA808]

@@reallyboeing9666 I haven’t seen season 3 yet bruh lol

[@snugglebunnyhaven7258]

This guy to me is such a real hero. I was 12 when Karate Kid came out in 84 and could so much relate to the realism of how life was as someone that got picked on and bullied through school. The movie inspired me, and actually some other kids in my class to take karate at that time. I took more karate classes later in 2014 and earned 2 belts for 2 different styles. Now enjoying so much the series of Cobra Kai, i just totally love Martin Kove along with all the original and new cast members. As a 51 year old now, it would be a dream to walk into the Cobra Kai dojo and sign up being taught by Krees and Johnny as my Sensei. Love you Martin, and thank you so much for what you've done for my generation. Maybe someday I can meet you and shake your hand.

[@thecarrow4728]

One of my all time franchises. The Karate kid was part of my childhood.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes, ours too! If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. :) Thanks for watching!

[@KingSolomonreborn]

As an adult I can understand John Kreese a lot more. Living in this world today you have to be tough. “This world is cruel so you have to be little bit cruel yourself” John Kreese hope he gets a redemption arch 😊👍🏾🔥

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right -- we agree. Thanks for watching and commenting! Please check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun!

[@Revkor]

I think he screwed it by betraying Jonny. despite everything in the past Jonny gave him a chance and he ruined it

[@killerbee2562]

What goes around comes around...

[@dubuyajay9964]

@@killerbee2562 And come around it did.

[@MrOffshore]

Martin Kove creates the perfect villain...as he said, love to hate, hate to love...it’s both. I was so happy to see him join Cobra....he’s the best! Great interview!!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thanks for watching! If you haven't, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun!

[@johnfic4751]

I'm glad he's on the series. Hopefully we see more layers to his character. Hopefully he grows as a person.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

So excited to see what he does in S3. Such a great character and his performance is unnerving. Check out our On Location Karate Kid. More Kove action in that episode.

[@JudgeFudge57]

I think he's too far gone and he wont let go of his bs until he dies.

[@avengersintrading3464]

@@JudgeFudge57 quiet!! I think you are right

[@pracylopgonzer3176]

It would be neat to see Kreese & Robbie team up & find redemption. Kreese was a Vietnam veteran. He did the dirty work. He was trained by his country & fought for it only to be rejected & shunned & ridiculed for it. He faces a generation of hippies who go on to become successful businessmen that look down on him & others as ‘baby killers’ while they went about their life’s becoming prosperous. Now comes Robbie, always rejected. Próspero Daniel comes along to train him to do his dirty work , to start a gang war with Cobra Kai ,who were innocently training initially. Cobra Kai goes on to become an aggressive force due to Daniels provocation. Daniel trained Robbie & rejects him when it goes wrong. Robbie & Kreese are both wounded . Trained taught & then rejected. Daniel goes on being the successful car dealer, but he started the war. It would be neat to see Kreese & Tobbie finally point out to Daniel that if both of them are “Evil”. That ultimately it was because they were taught to be so by people like Daniel. People who need someone to do their dirty work. That those “successful “ types are the ones who instigate war to get what they want without thinking of the consequences. Yea that would be a real kicker out of left field that would leave everyone re-examining themselves.

[@FJRamosArt]

It’s pretty bizzare how a great story or film can have a tremendous impact throughout the years. What once may have been a routine job for an actor, it is now an annuity for them. Billy Dee Williams also mentions this about Star Wars.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

“The gift that keeps on giving.” - Martin Kove

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Mr. Kove was an absolute wonderful person to talk to! So insightful and real. We loved meeting him and his son Jesse Kove. Great family!

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

Martin kove is a legend! Met him at comic con london 2011! Funny guy too!

[@Vic161983]

I thought I was gonna watch for like a min...saw the whole thing. This guy is amazing and u wanna know more. As his character and as a human being

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

We are thankful that you did! If you liked that, check out our On Location and Location Scout episodes. :) Thanks again for stopping by!

[@ShaneJoshua1980]

Same, great storyteller

[@rasalghul9331]

If you look at Martin Kove's IMDB, you can see this guy has been steadily working for 50 years!!! I am so glad he is having fun and enjoying this series and doing great work and he is not too uppity to have fun with his rabid fans!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Absolutely! He's th eman.

[@OfficialDamasceno]

He plays his character so good we actually think he is bad in real life. But that's not true. Great actor. Took some time to appreciate it at season 3.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Loved him in season 3!

[@yellowblanka6058]

He couldn't be more the opposite of Kreese, I bet he's the favorite grandpa to his grandkids.

[@miguelquazar883]

This dude's jaw is insured by a few Million bucks for sure. What a legend.

[@NH1973]

He has a Hapsburg jawline. I've never seen one quite so perfect

[@NinjaCrosley]

Martin seems like such a cool down to earth guy. I love how he embraces his role as Kreese.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! He's the best. Such a professional and gentleman. Thanks for watching!

[@rpwbass]

WOW. This was truly fascinating and Martin seems like such a very nice man. I appreciate the respect that the interviewer showed to let this great actor speak.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thank YOU for watching! Please check out our The Karate Kid On Location video. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun :)

[@DIGOLOGIST]

I loved the first two seasons of cobra kai. I can't wait to see where this series goes. I love it.!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

The writers really did an exceptional job. So many great characters and Johnny and Kreese together is epic!

[@chrisrowan702]

Great actors can make a villain so hated, but also memorable and iconic. Kove definitely is one of those people.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Completely agree! Thanks for watching.

[@ogbrmusic]

You know what I like about him he is really giving and candid in every interview and won't hold back emotions or stories from the past that other actors would because they want to play it more reserved. Class Act. Im glad to see him doing big things again especially the Karate Kid universe.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Well said. Very much a class act. If you enjoyed this video, please check out The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@Tr0nzoid]

A couple of years before "The Karate Kid," the dojo was also used in the movie "They Call Me Bruce" as a dojo.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Nice! We also used it for fun on our The Karate Kid On Location episode. You'd enjoy. Thanks for watching!

[@Southernguitar74]

They call me Bruce was hilarious!

[@Elsupermayan8870]

"Bruce? I'm gonna make Bruises all over you."

[@twisterwiper]

He’s got such a badass face. Great actor, great role.

[@franklinboy5516]

I’m now 35 years old, born in 1984. Unbelievable this room where the dojo scene was played still exists. How he explain things and how he experienced it and about his colleagues. Really fascinating thank you for this open interview, Martin Kove 🥋

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thank you for watching! Really glad you enjoyed it. This is why we love what we do...especially when we come across a location that still looks the same all these years later.

[@TagTab637]

This man is the REAL hero. He is such a wonderful man and an amazing actor!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

The best! Thanks for watching and commenting. ;)

[@NinjaCrosley]

Love the story of his Parents’ photo with Ralph and Pat. It’s nice how he made it special for them and made up a movie poster of it. Martin is a good guy! We would love to meet him one day.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He’s the coolest! Be sure to check out our On Location Karate Kid episode. We have a lot more fun with him.

[@Tbreakz]

Loved this Martin is badass..so glad they got to revive his character 35+ years later so great! Thank you! 👊

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thank you for watching!

[@edgarcia4794]

I think that this is the best Martin Kove Karate kid interview ever seen. Thank You.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Wow! Thank you. Be sure to watch our On Location Karate Kid episode. There is some extra fun in that one.

[@RyanX1899]

Totally agree. Learning so much from this video and just listening to hear Mr Kove speak,wow the man has stories on top of stories!

[@joshuamora4297]

Does anyone else watch these interviews just so you can see how normal and kind actors are, especially antagonists like martin kove! Great guy, intimidating on screen and just the coolest of people off set and in interviews 😎

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! Well said. 😁

[@terrymacintyre6167]

Props to the Cobra Kai folks for bringing Kove back. He is a criminally underappreciated actor!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

We agree. Thanks for watching! Please check out our other videos -- more nostalgia and movie fun! Thanks! :)

[@BourbonBasement1177]

remembers his parents first thing, that is one hell of a stand up guy. hes so soft spoken outside of the kreese character

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Well said. You are right! He's great. Thanks for watching our video. Please check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location episode. More Martin Kove fun. :)

[@CuratorOfCrime]

He's one of the original actors that hasn't not changed hardly at all.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He's a great guy! If you enjoyed this video, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun! Thanks for watching!

[@Ed209v]

Seems like a nice guy once you get to know him

[@ronanjakepasay4398]

His voice did changed

[@marcosmos7478]

The interviewer was amazing letting Mr kove just speak without interruption! Great job!

[@114D]

I love Kove. His Kreese character was one of my favorites growing up. I feared him as a kid. Cheers Martin Kove!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He's great! Thanks for watching!

[@114D]

@@BeyondtheBacklot thank you for getting this interview done AND at the same dojo. i was somewhat in nostalgia tears because those movies were my childhood. He was so passionate about his role and talking about the dojo itself. Almost like he was a fan. So rare in hollywood types they usually scoff at that sort of thing.

[@MegaFCKforever]

Insane how young he looks 74 Really good genes

[@YakiKadafiOutlaw]

Just a _FUN FACT_ *Terry* *Silver* is in reality *4* *months* *younger* than *Daniel* *Larusso*

[@Pazuzu82]

In karate kid 3 daniel looks about 20 whereas terry silver looks late 30s

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?!?

[@rafaelsantiagosupportkingi9265]

Wtf dude haha

[@isabelguarderas1301]

One of the villains you love to hate and hate to love. True. The character is so well done that he doesn't even need to say anything, he just stands there and I already get the chills. Love the movies and the series and the actors and the writers and really everyone who's helped to make these as magical as they are.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thanks for the comment. We couldn't agree more. Martin Kove has that AURA about him, ya know? Thanks for watching! Please check out our other videos!

[@isabelguarderas1301]

@@BeyondtheBacklot yeah, for sure! He's an amazing actor. And thanks, I will!

[@elchichosantana6410]

Met him once in a Comic Con. He is the nicest guy I ever met. Same with WWE/F Sensational Sherri.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! He's great. If you haven't, please check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location video. More John Kreese fun!

[@paulnehls4504]

Martin Cove is a class act! I was fortunate enough to meet him and talk with him for a while at a Comic-Con a few years back. So good to see him reprise his bad ass role!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

That's awesome! He's the best. Thanks so much for watching. Please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove fun!

[@nehemiahalvarado1209]

Love how he just soaks it all in in the beginning. Knowing that this was the spot that changed his life forever.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

It is amazing to witness. Blessed..honored..awed..

[@CarlosGuzman-vi9xw]

I love how he immediately recalls his parents standing in the corner.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right? Such a nice moment.

[@simt1973]

I remember him as Detective Isbecki in Cagney and Lacey - so handsome and SUCH a good actor, loved him in all his work in C&L, Karate Kid and now Cobra Kai!

[@DeadMasterMusic]

Had 102 fever during that iconic scene? Many levels of badass

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right?!

[@jasonmerriam2674]

Martin Kove is the Best! What a gentleman and supremely passionate artist!

[@wicked-witch-of-the-west]

They should have used this Studio, for the new Cobra Kai series. It would have made so much sense. Hopefully it's coming Season 5

[@yeoedwin1619]

He can be the greatest villain ever fiction. He can get to act as villain in movies like: Mission Impossible, James Bond, The Expandable, Wolf Warrior

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

ABSOLUTELY! If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More John Kreese fun! Thanks for watching!

[@theonlinefutureprenur3616]

Martin is a cool guy, has such great stories to tell

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! Thanks for watching the interview. Did you check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location episode? More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. :)

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

Met Martin at a Comic con in London in 2011. Absolute legend.

[@kevedwards]

Started the first season of Cobra Kai yesterday morning as something to throw on while eating breakfast, finished the first season by yesterday afternoon. So well done, I loved it.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes!! We are so glad The Karate Kid franchise is getting its due with such a wonderful continuous series. If you enjoyed this interview, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. You'll like it!

[@jimchabai3163]

Easiest interview ever. Just stand beside him and he talks.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He's a storyteller, for sure! Total pro and great guy. Thanks for watching!

[@kristianturner6]

I have this weird feeling that some how this dojo is going to appear in the series.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Wouldn't that be awesome?? Thanks for watching! Check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More John Kreese / Martin Kove / dojo fun...

[@hoosier3060]

Netflix won’t. Too much budget

[@TotsNater]

Mr. Kove seems like such a genuine, down-to-earth guy. Would love to meet and talk with him someday, even if only for five minutes.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Mr. Kove is an absolutely gem of a human being. Nice, generous with his time, and a total professional. Thanks for watching! If you haven't already, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. :)

[@quadirbrown3800]

Wow. Martin Kove is the coolest dude ever. Love this guy. Top 10 best bad guys of the 1980's John Kreese.

[@WaldoBagelTopper]

There is something about how the way that the first memory he had of his parents that was touching.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Right? So lovely.

[@dennisv8934]

Kreese is such a tool but every interview I see with Martin Kove he just seems like the coolest guy.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

It's true -- he really is a cool and nice guy. Thanks for watching! Check out our The Karate Kid (1984) On Location video. More Martin Kove fun :)

[@TheTubeMeister]

I absolutely love this man. He's so classy and respectful. And he's so smooth the way he talks.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Well said. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!

[@julien42230]

Thanks you so much. Martin almost doesnt age at all. Thats crazy 😊. Cheers from 🇫🇷

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Merci! Please share with the whole country of France :) We appreciate you!

[@vashthafellomen816]

I wasn’t a huge Karate Kid fan but I always enjoyed watching the original. But I love Cobra Kai and has increased my fondness of the original film. Glad they got these actors back.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes -- absolutely. A great continuation of the franchise. If you enjoyed this video, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@chefbennyj]

Absolutely love Martin Kove! What a fantastic person!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Agreed! Thanks for watching!

[@Nightflyer720]

What a treasure this man is. I’m spellbound listening to him talk. My mom and I used to watch him on Cagney and Lacey in the 80s when I was a kid. Great memories.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Agreed! He talks about Cagney and Lacey in our In the Studio Podcast with him. Fascinating stuff.

[@stormchaser1971]

Just recently finished watching the first two seasons of Cobra Kai, and I was amazed at how good it was...I was literally sitting on the edge of my seat throughout the entire series, especially the last episode of season two. I can't wait for season 3!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Awesome! Such a fun show. Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed this, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun!

[@lucaballiano169]

Martin looks such a great and humble guy. I'd listen to him for hours!

[@MeiZu0606]

Martin Kove awesome actor, he is essential in the story of karate kid!! love him too!!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thank you for watching!

[@lilipatel1551]

Thank you for this wonderful interview- Martin Kove is just awesome- I’m in awe of him. I loved the original movies and love cobra kai💖

[@r0sco_1]

What a decent guy! He plays Kreese perfectly. Amazed he hasn't been in more Movies & TV Shows.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@Spider_Apologist]

I love Martin, his acting is incredibly legendary. it's awesome we got to hear him talk about his karate kid days.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

We were honored to talk to him. He's the best. Thanks for watching!

[@scoochman82]

Excellent video. I had no idea Kove was such a stand up guy. His role as Kreese was iconic during my childhood with the karate kid movies.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He is a total pro and class act. It was a privilege to speak with him and to bring him back to HIS dojo after 30 years. Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode...more John Kreese fun!

[@sgtlegacy7]

Had to watch this again! Got chills also when he told you “It’s Open Season”

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! Definitely chilly... If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More John Kreese fun!

[@jujitusuka]

Have to say I was pleasantly surprised by this interview, I thought he’d be a bit one dimensional but he comes across as a really nice guy, laid back and has interesting things to say.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! We were very honored by the opportunity to speak with him -- a natural storyteller! If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!

[@najeefulton9020]

He killed it in Cobra Kai. For one second I thought he was actually trying to change. Great interview, seems like a cool dude. Just stumbled upon this channel, for once the algorithm worked. Good stuff guys👍🏾👍🏾

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes, he is awesome! We are glad you stumbled over. Welcome :) please check out our other episodes for more movie nostalgia. Thanks for watching!!

[@DavidJameson89]

Cobra Kai never dies, and mercy is for the weak, lest you get humiliated and walked over.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

NO MERCY! SWEEP THE LEG!

[@Beyondthebackyard-au]

What an amazing experience for you. Sitting here watching this, I am 42 as well, loved the movies as a kid, how epic to stand there in that location and chat to the actor himself. Seems like a great bloke too.

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

He is! Thanks for watching. If you enjoyed this video, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Also, we love the name of your channel! :)

[@cobracommander4378]

I really enjoyed this awesome interview! Thank you so much for making it and sharing it. I grew up watching The Karate Kid in the 80's and just watching this interview took me back to my childhood. I am so excited!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Awesome! Thanks for watching! Tell all of your friends 😁

[@natas-6747]

Martin Kove is a Legend! Thanks for sharing this!

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thanks for watching!

[@wascalywabbit]

Oh my... I paused this just after he said "hard time on planet earth" and looked it up... Gonna watch them all,very 1980s

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Thanks for watching! If you liked this, check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun!

[@federicodiaz1482]

Whoever choose him for the role.. totally nailed... hit the center.. HE CANT BE MORE PERFECT FOR THAT ROLE.. he is such a cool actor! total badass

[@BeyondtheBacklot]

Yes! An absolute perfect cast. If you enjoyed this, please check out our The Karate Kid On Location episode. More Martin Kove / John Kreese fun. Thanks for watching!