Emmy-Winning 'Beef' Returns with New Season

Creator Lee Sung Jin explores tensions between neighbors and the Korean cosmetic surgery industry.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:53pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass reflecting a kaleidoscope of bright, saturated colors, conceptually representing the competitive and cutthroat nature of the Korean cosmetic surgery industry explored in the new season of the TV series 'Beef'.The new season of 'Beef' delves into the glitzy, high-stakes world of the Korean cosmetic surgery industry.Country Club Today

Acclaimed writer Lee Sung Jin is back with a second season of his Emmy-winning dark comedy series 'Beef', which delves into the escalating feud between two warring couples and the high-stakes world of a California country club and the Korean cosmetic surgery industry.

Why it matters

The first season of 'Beef' was a breakout hit, earning critical acclaim and multiple Emmy awards for its incisive exploration of class, race, and the consequences of unchecked rage. This new season promises to build on the show's reputation for sharp social commentary and gripping character-driven drama.

The details

The new season of 'Beef' will continue to follow the fallout from a chance encounter between two strangers that spirals into an all-out war between their families. The series will also introduce new storylines involving the characters' connections to an exclusive California country club and the lucrative Korean cosmetic surgery industry.

  • The first season of 'Beef' premiered in 2025 and won multiple Emmy awards.
  • The second season of 'Beef' is set to debut in the spring of 2026.

The players

Lee Sung Jin

The creator, writer, and executive producer of the acclaimed dark comedy series 'Beef'.

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What they’re saying

“With this new season of 'Beef', I wanted to dig even deeper into the complexities of human nature and explore how far people will go to protect their status and perceived place in society.”

— Lee Sung Jin, Creator, 'Beef'

What’s next

Anticipation is high for the second season of 'Beef', which is expected to premiere on a major streaming platform in the spring of 2026.

The takeaway

As 'Beef' returns for a highly anticipated second season, audiences can expect the series to continue its incisive examination of the human condition, with creator Lee Sung Jin using the platform to shine a light on societal divides and the consequences of unchecked rage.