Netflix has officially confirmed that All of Us Are Dead Season 2 is in production, bringing the much-anticipated return of one of Korea’s most successful zombie dramas. After a multi-year wait, fans can finally look forward to a continuation of the story, which picks up with the zombie virus now spreading into Seoul, raising the stakes and scale far beyond the confines of Hyosan High.
Production and Release Details
Filming for Season 2 began in July 2025, with Netflix, the cast, and creators all confirming the news. Although All of Us Are Dead Season 2 doesn’t have a confirmed release date yet, with filming reportedly delayed until 2025, it’s likely the new season won’t premiere until 2026. The original showrunners, Lee JQ and Kim Nam-su, return as directors, while Chun Sung-il once again pens the script, ensuring creative continuity from the massively popular first season.
Story and Setting
Season 2 advances the narrative several years after the initial Hyosan outbreak. Nam On-jo (Park Ji-hu), now a university student in Seoul, continues to deal with the trauma of surviving the original zombie catastrophe. But peace is short-lived: a new zombie outbreak begins in the urban heart of Seoul, plunging On-jo and a fresh group of characters into fight-or-flight chaos.
Returning survivors must navigate new dangers and heartbreaks, with their stories dealing equally with the lingering psychological scars and the fresh onslaught of the undead. Surviving characters like Lee Cheong-san (Yoon Chan-young), Choi Nam-ra (Cho Yi-hyun), and Lee Su-hyeok (Lomon) all return, each struggling to adapt to a changed world.
Season 2 introduces several new characters, including:
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Yong Ma-ru (Lee Min-jae): On-jo’s university friend
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So Ju-ran (Kim Si-eun): A popular student.
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Lee Jong-ah (Yoon Ga-i): Bubbly and outspoken
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Han Doo-seok (Roh Jae-won): National Intelligence Service team leader
These additions hint at broader storylines and more complex group dynamics as survival becomes ever more challenging.
Cast
Returning main actors:
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Park Ji-hu (Nam On-jo)
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Yoon Chan-young (Lee Cheong-san)
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Cho Yi-hyun (Choi Nam-ra)
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Lomon (Lee Su-hyeok)
New cast members include Lee Min-jae, Kim Si-eun, Roh Jae-won, and Yoon Ga-i.
What to Expect
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Expanded Scope: Zombies aren’t contained to Hyosan — Seoul is now ground zero for the outbreak, promising higher stakes, mass panic, and devastated urban environments.
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Evolved Threats: Producers and cast have teased that the Press materials hint at ‘bigger threats’ / ‘deadlier outbreak,’ sparking speculation among fans about evolved zombies, suggesting new forms or behaviors that elevate the terror.
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Original Storylines: With most webtoon source material already covered in Season 1, the new season will chart its course, offering fresh surprises and character arcs.
Release Prospects and Fan Anticipation
With production now officially underway and the announcement of a 2026 release window, anticipation remains sky-high. Season 1’s record-breaking global popularity—over 560 million viewing hours in 28 days and Top 10 placement in more than 90 countries—ensures that Season 2 is among Netflix’s most anticipated international originals for 2026.
Key Takeaways:
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All of Us Are Dead Season 2 is in production as of July 2025.
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Release is estimated for 2026.
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The main cast returns, and new characters are introduced, expanding the story to Seoul with higher stakes, evolved zombies, and original plotlines.
Fans are advised to watch for further Netflix announcements regarding trailers and the official release date as filming progresses.
