Star-Studded Cast Announced for 'Beef' Season 2

The new season of the hit Netflix anthology series features acclaimed actors from 'Parasite,' 'Minari,' and more.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Netflix has announced the cast for the second season of its acclaimed anthology series 'Beef.' The new chapter will feature a star-studded ensemble, including Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Steven Yeun, Megan Spaeny, and acclaimed Korean actors Youn Yuh-jung and Song Kang-ho. The new season will explore power dynamics and class tensions at an elite country club, with the fallout from a confrontation between two couples rippling through the community.

Why it matters

The first season of 'Beef' was a breakout hit, earning multiple Emmy awards and critical acclaim. The new season's impressive cast, featuring several acclaimed international actors, signals that the show's creators are aiming to build on that success and explore even more complex themes around wealth, privilege, and the consequences of conflict.

The details

The new season of 'Beef' will center around Josh (Oscar Isaac), the manager of an elite country club, and his wife Lindsay (Carey Mulligan), whose heated argument is witnessed by a younger couple, Austin (Steven Yeun) and Ashley (Megan Spaeny), who work at the club. This sets off a chain reaction that entangles the characters in an escalating feud, with the powerful club owner Chairwoman Park (Youn Yuh-jung) and her husband Dr. Kim (Song Kang-ho) also becoming involved.

  • The new season of 'Beef' premiered on Netflix on April 16, 2026.

The players

Oscar Isaac

An acclaimed actor known for his roles in films like 'Dune,' 'Frankenstein,' and 'Ex-Machina,' as well as the series 'Scenes from a Marriage' and 'Moon Knight.'

Carey Mulligan

An Oscar-nominated actress who has appeared in films such as 'Maestro' and 'The Great Gatsby.'

Steven Yeun

The 'Parasite' star, known for his roles in 'Minari' and 'Riverdale.'

Megan Spaeny

An up-and-coming actress who has appeared in films like 'Priscilla,' 'Civil War,' and 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.'

Youn Yuh-jung

The Oscar-winning actress from 'Minari' who will play the powerful Chairwoman Park.

Song Kang-ho

The acclaimed Korean actor known for his roles in 'Parasite' and 'Memories of Murder,' who will play Chairwoman Park's husband, Dr. Kim.

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What they’re saying

“After Beef became a breakout hit in 2023 and won multiple Emmys, the series is back with an entirely new story.”

— Moriel Mizrahi Finder, Author

“Season 2 trades its intimate, two-person spiral for a layered chain reaction between two couples (and the people around them) navigating power, class, and wealth against the backdrop of an elite country club.”

— Moriel Mizrahi Finder, Author

What’s next

Fans of the first season of 'Beef' will be eager to see how the new cast and storyline unfold in the second season, which is now available to stream on Netflix.

The takeaway

The impressive cast assembled for 'Beef' Season 2, featuring acclaimed actors from both Hollywood and international cinema, signals that the show's creators are aiming to build on the success of the first season and explore even more complex themes around power, class, and the consequences of conflict.