Critically acclaimed Korean action-thriller to return with original cast

Seoul, South Korea – Disney+ has officially greenlit a second season of its hit action-thriller A Shop for Killers, following widespread global acclaim for its debut. Production is now underway, with a premiere slated for 2026 and a cast lineup that blends returning favourites with new international talent.

Global praise for season one

Upon release, the series received rave reviews. Media agencies, fans commended lead actors Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun for their ‘suspenseful, intriguing’ performances. Korean outlets echoed the praise, with many highlighting its ‘gripping story and high-octane direction,’ and likening the character to a ‘Korean John Wick.’

Lead duo reunite

Lee Dong Wook returns as Jin Man, the enigmatic former mercenary and mastermind behind the secretive MurderHelp, with Kim Hye Jun reprising her role as Jian, his determined niece. The pair’s dynamic chemistry was central to the first season and remains at the heart of the second.

Returning characters set for more action

Several key cast members are set to reprise their roles including Jo Han Sun as Veil, the sinister Babylon mercenary. Geum Hannah will return as the fiercely skilled Min Hye with Lee Tae Young as Brother, the loyal MurderHelp manager. Fan favourite Kim Min as Phasin, Jin Man’s old ally and Jian’s Muay Thai mentor is also going to return for season 2.

New faces expand Babylon’s reach

Season two introduces new characters tied to the shadowy Babylon organisation including Hyunri, the Korean-Japanese actress acclaimed for Tokyo Vice and Eye Love You, playing Q, the leader of Babylon’s East Asia unit. Masaki Okada, known for Drive My Car, takes on the role of J, Q’s younger brother and co-commander. Additionally, Jung Yun Ha (Trunk, Netflix) joins the show as Kusanagi, head of Babylon’s East Asia operations

A broader battlefield awaits

With MurderHelp and Babylon preparing for an explosive confrontation, fans can expect even higher stakes, deeper backstories, and a broader global setting. Season two promises to intensify the action while exploring new layers of the show’s universe.

As anticipation builds, A Shop for Killers looks set to continue its reign as one of Korean drama’s most thrilling international exports.