After its immensely popular first innings on Netflix, the makers of Bloodhounds have officially announced a season 2 for the K-drama. As Bloodhounds is one of the platform’s most-watched K-drama shows, the confirmation of a new season will surely delight fans. On that note, here’s everything we know about season 2 of the Netflix thriller.
Season 1 of the Netflix original was released in June 2023 and became a global phenomenon instantly. A Jason Kim directorial, it is based on the webtoon of the same name by Jeong Chan. Bloodhounds season 1 recorded 146,700,000 viewing hours and was applauded globally for its powerful performances, great direction and thought-provoking storyline.
Deemed by the OTT giant as an “action-packed adventure”, season 2 is expected to expand the franchise’s success to greater heights.
All we know about Bloodhounds season 2 so far
Bloodhounds Season 2 is coming
Woo Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi are back and Jung Ji-hoon joins in his first villain role as the leader of an underground boxing league. pic.twitter.com/DWU6mP0KEp
— Netflix (@netflix) January 16, 2025
Netflix announced on 16 January 2025 that the K-drama Bloodhounds will return with season 2. The first script reading session for season 2 was held the same day.
Who is in the cast of Bloodhounds season 2?
Season 2 will see the return of Mr. Plankton actor Woo Do-hwan as Gun-woo. Meanwhile, Lee Sang-yi, known for hits like My Demon, will reprise his role as Woo-jin.
Additionally, Korean star Rain will step into his first-ever villain role as Baek-jeong.
Do we know anything about the release date of Bloodhounds season 2?
While there’s no confirmed release date for season 2, it is reportedly set to premiere worldwide on Netflix in 2025.
As for the plot, Gun-woo and Woo-jin will reunite and take down an illegal boxing league headed by Baek-jeong. Meanwhile, Baek-jeong will use all his power to draw Gun-woo and Woo-jin into the underground boxing world.
Watch season 1 of Bloodhounds on Netflix
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the K-drama has been renewed for season 2.
It has one season at the time of writing. However, Netflix has announced that season 2 will premiere soon.
Bloodhounds season 2 will be released on Netflix.
No. K-drama Bloodhounds has been renewed for season 2.
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