The Latino Kid in Cobra Kai Looks Like Andrew Garfield: Is This a Sign for Spider-Man?

It's been a topic of discussion among fans of the hit series Cobra Kai: why does the Latino kid, Miguel, bear a striking resemblance to the late Andrew Garfield, the actor who portrayed Spider-Man in the Spider-Man trilogy?

Many have wondered if there might be a hidden (or not-so-hidden) message from Sony Pictures regarding Andrew Garfield's potential return to the role, but to be honest, this assumption is quite far-fetched.

Miguel's Casting: A Perfect Fit

Cobra Kai is a continuation of the iconic Karate Kid series, which is set in the 1980s. For the role of Miguel, the casting team was looking for an actor with a versatile acting range and a strong connection to Southern California, where the show is primarily filmed.

Enter Xolo Maridue?a, the talented Mexican-Canadian actor who has been in the industry since he was a teenager. Xolo has appeared in numerous popular series such as Empire and The 100. His physical resemblance to Andrew Garfield is uncanny, which is coincidence, and he fits the character of Miguel Díaz perfectly.

Throughout the series, Miguel Díaz is depicted as a Latin American martial arts prodigy who comes from a loving and supportive family. His journey is one marked by resilience, cultural identity, and personal growth. Xolo's ability to bring these aspects to life on screen makes him an ideal choice for the role.

No Sign of Andrew Garfield's Return

The likelihood of Andrew Garfield returning to play Spider-Man again is extremely low, and there are several reasons for this:

Closed Universe Deal: Following the release of Spectacular Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man series, Sony Entertainment and Marvel Studios reached a deal that established a closed universe for the Spider-Man franchise. This means that definitive versions of Spider-Man from the MCU (such as Tom Holland) and the Sony films (such as Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire) cannot interact in the same storyline. Director Differences: Andrew Garfield's portrayal of Spider-Man, which involved a darker, brooding character, clashed with J. Jamie Foxx's villain, Doombot, and the overall tone of the films. It's highly unlikely that Sony would want to bring back a version of Spider-Man that didn't work well with their existing titles. Box Office Performance: While the Spectacular Spider-Man series was well-received by critics, it underperformed at the box office, with the second installment doing particularly poorly. This is another factor that could make Sony hesitant to bring back Andrew Garfield for a new Spider-Man film. Actor Availability: Andrew Garfield released several films and series including Tick, Tick… Boom! and The Power of the Dog. His schedule is already packed and it's unlikely he has the availability for a potential Spider-Man 5 or any other Sony Spider-Man films.

Conclusion: A Coincidence, Not a Sign

The resemblance between Miguel in Cobra Kai and Andrew Garfield is simply a coincidence. It's an interesting discussion point and a testament to Xolo Maridue?a's talent, but it's certainly not a sign that Sony wants Andrew Garfield back as Spider-Man.

Cobra Kai is a story filled with memorable characters, heartwarming moments, and intense action. While fans might debate the casting of Miguel, it's clear that Xolo Maridue?a is the perfect choice to bring this character to life.