Netflix has released the inaugural glimpse of its acclaimed anthology series ‘Beef,’ setting the stage for its highly anticipated second season premiere on April 16. The forthcoming installment transitions from the road rage narrative of Season 1 into the opulent corridors of an exclusive country club, exploring complex dynamics among its elite members.
Headlined by Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as power couple Josh and Lindsay, the new season introduces Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny as Austin and Ashley—club employees who become entangled in their employers’ volatile relationship. The released stills depict Melton’s character weightlifting, Spaeny appearing distressed on a hospital bed, Isaac navigating a golf cart, and Mulligan contemplating cosmetic surgery while examining her reflection.
Academy Award winner Yuh-Jung Youn assumes the role of Chairwoman Park, while ‘Parasite’ star Song Kang-ho portrays Dr. Kim, expanding the series’ Korean cultural representation. The supporting ensemble features William Fichtner as Troy, Mikaela Hoover as Ava, and BM as Woosh.
Creator Lee Sung Jin returns as showrunner and executive producer for the eight-episode season, with each installment running approximately 30 minutes. Original stars Steven Yeun and Ali Wong continue their involvement as executive producers, maintaining creative continuity from the Emmy-winning first season.
The narrative shift explores themes of privilege, power manipulation, and marital strife within billionaire circles, described by production notes as examining ‘chess moves of favours and coercion’ surrounding a Korean billionaire club owner. This marks a significant evolution from Season 1’s focus on class conflict following a traffic confrontation between strangers.
The series returns after a three-year hiatus, with Netflix officially announcing: ‘Every relationship has its BEEF. Here’s your first look at Season 2, premiering April 16.’