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Disney+ Made in Korea Season 2 release

Overview

Disney+ and Hulu have released the second season of the Korean political thriller ‘Made in Korea’, which premiered on September 9, 2026. The production, noted for its high budget of approximately KRW 70 billion ($51 million) across both seasons, continues the story nine years after the first installment.

The sequel follows Baek Ki-Tae (Hyun Bin), who has risen to the position of Deputy Director of the Korean CIA (KCIA) and expanded his drug operations. To portray this powerful and calculating leader, Hyun Bin underwent a physical transformation, gaining approximately 13 to 14 kg. The narrative centers on an intense power struggle between Baek and Jang Geon-Young (Jung Woo-sung), a special advisor for the Unified Investigation Board seeking revenge after being framed in the previous season.

Director Woo Min-ho has described the sequel as a more profound ‘battle between adults’. The series continues to explore the political landscape of 1979 South Korea, involving conflicts between the CIA, the prosecution system, and the military. The first season of the series saw significant commercial success, holding the number one spot on Disney+ Korea for 17 consecutive days and reaching the global top two.

Entities

Hyun Bin · Disney+ · Made in Korea · Jung Woo-sung · Woo Min-ho

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Hyun Bin returns in Made In Korea 2

    Hyun Bin returns in ‘Made In Korea 2’ on Disney+, portraying a powerful KCIA official after gaining 13-14 kg for the role.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Made in Korea Season 2 features nine-year time jump

    The second season of ‘Made in Korea’ returns with a nine-year time jump, following Hyun Bin’s character as he rises to power in the KCIA while facing revenge from a former rival.

  3. [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Made in Korea 2 premieres on Disney+ starring Hyun Bin

    Disney+ has released the second season of the South Korean political thriller ‘Made in Korea,’ starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung in a six-episode series set during the political unrest of 1979.

  4. [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Made in Korea Season 2 to premiere on Disney+ and Hulu

    Disney+ and Hulu will release the second season of the high-budget K-drama ‘Made in Korea’ on September 9, continuing the political thriller set against South Korea’s turbulent historical landscape.

  5. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Made in Korea 2 scheduled for release on Disney+

    The second season of “Made in Korea,” starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo Sung, will premiere on Disney+ in September 2026, continuing the political power struggle set nine years after the first season.

  6. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Made in Korea Season 2 launches on Disney+ starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo‑sung

    Disney+ will debut Made in Korea Season 2 on September 9, 2026, featuring Hyun Bin as a CIA deputy director and Jung Woo‑sung as his rival, with six episodes released weekly.

  7. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Disney+ Announces September Premiere for Made in Korea Season 2

    Disney+ set Made in Korea Season 2 to premiere Sep 9 with six episodes released in three weekly drops, featuring Hyun Bin’s return and a darker, nine‑year‑later storyline.

Sources

abc30.com · badtaste.it · bestmovie.it · blog.nfb.ca · bustle.com · deccanchronicle.com · europesays.com · isplus.com · kenh14.vn · koreaherald.com · koreastardaily.com · m.thanhnien.vn · medcom.id · news18.com · rodmagaru.com · showbiz.liputan6.com · singtaousa.com · soompi.com · sportschosun.com · tienphong.vn · tuoitre.vn · variety.com · world-today-journal.com

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