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‘Weak Hero Class 2’ to premiere April 25 as Season 1 storms global charts

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The poster for 'Weak Hero Class 2' / Courtesy of Netflix

The poster for "Weak Hero Class 2" / Courtesy of Netflix

Netflix released the official poster and trailer Tuesday for its upcoming series "Weak Hero Class 2," the sequel to the 2022 hit "Weak Hero Class 1."

The new season follows Yeon Si-eun, a model student who transfers to Eunjang High School burdened by trauma after failing to protect a friend from violence. Determined never to lose another friend, he finds himself once again standing against even greater violence.

Portrayed by Park Ji-hoon, Yeon faces off against a mysterious new rival, Geum Seong-jae, played by Lee Jun-young. In the trailer, Yeon's says remorsefully, “Suho, I got into another fight. I’m sorry,” hinting at the unresolved scars from his past.

Having lost his smile and become a self-imposed outsider, Yeon struggles to stay unnoticed, but disturbing rumors soon target him again.

New characters Park Hu-min (Ryeoun), Seo Jun-tae (Choi Min-young), and Ko Hyun-tak (Lee Min-jae) approach him with kindness, telling him to ignore the gossip. Though he initially shuts others out, Yeon slowly lowers his guard and accept their friendship.

“I forgot how good it feels to have friends,” Yeon says tearfully in one scene.

But even at Eunjang High, the violence doesn’t stop. New threats inside and outside the school push Yeon to the edge, further fueling his rage.

Park Ji-hoon, right, as Yeon Si-eun in the 'Weak Hero Class 1.' Season 2 is a Netflix original. Courtesy of Netflix

Park Ji-hoon, right, as Yeon Si-eun in the "Weak Hero Class 1." Season 2 is a Netflix original. Courtesy of Netflix

Distinctive, stylized action

Adding to the anticipation, the newly released poster and teaser offer a glimpse of what lies ahead. Though battered and bruised, Si-eun’s unyielding gaze signals that his fight is far from over.

The tagline, “Stand To Protect It,” heightens curiosity about the greater violence awaiting him at his new school, as he continues to carry the weight of past trauma.

The first season of "Weak Hero" was widely praised for its emotional depth, portraying Si-eun’s painful but powerful journey as he broke out of his shell, formed bonds with his friends and found the courage to stand against a harsh reality.

Originally produced as a Wavve original series, Season 1’s critical success helped fuel anticipation for Season 2, which is now being produced as a Netflix original, drawing further attention.

Season 2 reunites director Yoo Soo-min, who led the first season’s breakout success with a fresh take on the school action genre, and creator Han Jun-hee, known for his strong creative direction. The team’s return promises another bold expansion of the show’s distinctive world and stylized action.

Anticipation builds for the new dynamic between Park Ji-hoon and a cast of rising young actors as they introduce fresh characters and on-screen chemistry.

"Weak Hero Class 1" has climbed to No. 2 on Netflix’s global non-English TV chart.

According to Netflix site Tudum on Tuesday, the series recorded 6.7 million views, calculated by dividing total watch hours by the show's runtime, between March 24 and Sunday, placing it second in the non-English TV category worldwide.

"Weak Hero Class 2" is set to premiere on Netflix on April 25.

This article is translated by a generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.