2026 is shaping up to be a treat for K-drama fans. The new year not only brings an exciting slate of fresh dramas but also marks the return of several much-awaited sequels. From intense thrillers to heartwarming
rom-coms, fan favourites are coming back with new seasons that viewers have been eagerly waiting for.
Let’s take a look at the most anticipated K-drama sequels releasing in 2026:
All Of Us Are Dead Season 2
The students of Hyosan High School are back for another season. Following a horrific zombie outbreak, the season will show the lead actors navigating their new world.
Season 2 will cast Park Ji Hu, Yoon Chan Young, Cho Yi Hyun, Lomon, and Lee Min Jae, among others, in leading roles.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Netflix
Single’s Inferno Season 5
The fan-favourite reality dating show is all set to be back with season 5. Promising young men and women will enter an isolated island to stay together and discover love connections. With little food and no help, the contestants must choose each other to escape for a night away to a luxurious room with lavish amenities.
The cast of the show includes Hong Jin Kyung, Lee Da Hee, Super Junior member Kyuhyun, Hanhae, and Dex.
Release Date: January 20
Where to Watch: Netflix
Agents of Mystery Season 2
The popular mystery reality show will be back with six celebrity contestants, who work together to solve mysteries and complete occult-themed missions as secret agents.
The contestants include Lee Yong Jin, John Park, Lee Hye Ri, Kim Do Hoon, aespa’s Karina, and Gabee.
Release Date: February 2026
Where to Watch: Netflix
Made In Korea Season 2
Set in the 1970s, Baek Ki Tae, a corrupted Korean Central Intelligence Agency agent, has his cover blown after prosecutor Jang Geon Young chases him. With his own brother, Baek Gi Hyeon, used as a spy against him, Baek Ki Tae can either surrender or rise to the top.
The series stars Hyun Bin, Jung Woo Sung, Woo Do Hwan, Lee Ha Lim, and Won Ji An in lead roles.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Hulu, Disney+
Bloodhounds Season 2
Based on the Naver Webtoon of the same name, the series follows the story of a young boxer who teams up with a delinquent and a moneylender to fight against a loan shark organisation.
The drama stars Woo Do Hwan, Lee Sang Yi, Park Sung Woong and Huh Joon Ho in lead roles.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Netflix
Better Late Than Single Season 2
The dating reality show is all set to return with a set of fresh faces who will give it everything they have to find the right partner for themselves.
The show casts Seo In Guk, Kang Han Na, Lee Eun Ji, Car, the Garden, and others.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Netflix
The Devil’s Plan Season 3
Twelve celebrity contestants will live together and participate in intense matches to win 500 million KRW. With secret games, unexpected friendships, and rivalries, the game gets interesting with each passing day. The contestants for season 3 are yet to be decided.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Netflix
A Shop For Killers Season 2
After discovering her uncle’s unconventional life, Jeon Ji Ah takes over the business and fends off assassins until one day his uncle returns. The upcoming season follows the uncle’s fight with his enemies and his comeback to his niece.
The drama casts Lee Dong Wook, Kim Hye Jun, Jo Han Sun, Geum Hae Na, Kim Min, and Lee Tae Young in leading roles.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Disney+
Kian Bizarre BnB Season 2
Kian84 manages an unconventional guesthouse, providing a distinctive experience for young guests. For season 2, Ji and Ji Ye Eun are yet to be confirmed, the same for intern Kwak Joon Bin.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: Netflix
The Second Signal
The drama follows a criminal profiler and a lead detective who team up to solve a mysterious case.
The second season, starring Lee Je-hoon, Kim Hye-soo, Jo Jin-woong, Ahn Jae-hong, Son Hyun-joo, and Jo Woo-jin, is set to pick up from the hidden present-time locations of Lee Jae-han, who has survived a fatal shot but is still missing.
Release Date: TBA
Where to Watch: tvN
