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All of Us Are Dead S2: New Members Who Were Seen in Squid Game Join the Cast
Updated on: 26 June, 2025 12:14 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
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It has been a long and patient wait for fans of the global Netflix hit, All of Us Are Dead. After premiering in January 2022 and securing a renewal by June of the same year, the series left its audience in a lengthy state of anticipation. Now, with production for the second season finally set to begin this year, exciting new details about the cast are emerging, promising a thrilling return to the zombie-infested world of Hyosan High.
Interestingly, both Noh Jae Won and Kim Si Eun are fresh off their appearances in the second season of another Netflix behemoth, Squid Game. This casting choice hints at the high calibre of talent being brought in to expand the series` universe. They will join the beloved surviving cast from the first season, including Yoon Chan Young, Park Ji Hu, Lomon, Cho Yi Hyun, and Lee Eun Saem, who are all set to reprise their roles.
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"The story itself was set with Season 2 in mind, so if Season 2 comes out, it might be a little more interesting and expanded story," he explained. "If Season 1 was a survival period for humans, there is a sense of humour, but Season 2 feels like it will be a survival period for zombies." This suggests the narrative could explore the world from the viewpoint of the infected.
With filming scheduled to start next month, fans can look forward to more updates. While an official release date has not been announced, All of Us Are Dead is expected to make its highly anticipated return to Netflix sometime in 2026.
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New Faces Join the Fight for Survival
The upcoming season is set to introduce a wave of new characters. According to a recent report from the South Korean news outlet Naver, four new actors will be joining the ensemble. The new additions include Seo Ji Hoon (Begins Youth), Noh Jae Won, Lee Min Jae, and Kim Si Eun.Interestingly, both Noh Jae Won and Kim Si Eun are fresh off their appearances in the second season of another Netflix behemoth, Squid Game. This casting choice hints at the high calibre of talent being brought in to expand the series` universe. They will join the beloved surviving cast from the first season, including Yoon Chan Young, Park Ji Hu, Lomon, Cho Yi Hyun, and Lee Eun Saem, who are all set to reprise their roles.
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What to Expect in Season 2?
Season 1 left viewers with several cliffhangers, particularly concerning the fate of the "halfbies" (human-zombie hybrids). The new season, once again penned by writer Chun Sung-il, is expected to delve deeper into this mystery. Series director Lee Jae Gyoo has hinted at a significant shift in perspective for the upcoming episodes."The story itself was set with Season 2 in mind, so if Season 2 comes out, it might be a little more interesting and expanded story," he explained. "If Season 1 was a survival period for humans, there is a sense of humour, but Season 2 feels like it will be a survival period for zombies." This suggests the narrative could explore the world from the viewpoint of the infected.
With filming scheduled to start next month, fans can look forward to more updates. While an official release date has not been announced, All of Us Are Dead is expected to make its highly anticipated return to Netflix sometime in 2026.
Also Read: ASTRO Member and True Beauty Star Cha Eun-Woo to Start Military Service in July
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