Waiting for 'Gyeongseong Creature 2'? It may premiere in September
The highly-anticipated hit horror drama Gyeongseong Creature, starring Han So-hee and Park Seo-joon, is set to return for a second season. Per reports, the premiere is set for September 27, nearly eight months after the first season captivated viewers worldwide. The show is a period horror drama set in 1945 during Japan's occupation of Korea. It follows the story of a wealthy pawnshop owner and his encounter with a skilled fighter searching for her lost mother.
Plot synopsis: A tale of wealth, secrets, and monstrous forces
Gyeongseong Creature revolves around Jang Tae-sang (Park), a wealthy pawnshop owner known for his rags-to-riches journey. Jang is not only rich but also the best informant in Gyeongseong, making him a man of influence and secrets. His life takes a drastic turn when he crosses paths with Yoon Chae-ok (Han), a trained fighter and an expert in locating missing persons who is searching for her lost mother.
A dangerous mission and a monstrous entity
Recognizing their shared goal, Jang and Yoon team up for a perilous mission that uncovers a monstrous entity born from human greed. Their adventure is filled with suspense, dark twists, heartbreak, and a touch of romance. The first season was released in two parts on Netflix on December 22, 2023, and January 5, 2024. It quickly climbed to the top of Netflix's Global Top TV Show list and secured the third spot on the platform's Top 10 Non-English TV Shows.
Mixed reactions in South Korea, global popularity
While it mostly received mixed reactions in South Korea, it gained significant popularity overseas, attracting a global audience. In addition to the lead actors, Gyeongseong Creature features a talented ensemble cast including Claudia Kim, Wi Ha-joon, Ji Woo, Kim Hae-sook, and Jo Han-chul. According to Star News, the actors are currently coordinating with the promotional schedule ahead of the highly-anticipated release.
