KB News Desk
tvN’s highly anticipated drama sequel to Signal, The Second Signal, has been
confirmed to air on November 30 in a Monday–Tuesday slot, according to a June 30
report by MyDaily. The series will run for a total of eight episodes, with its
finale scheduled for December 22.
The production team is currently preparing for the official release after
finalizing the broadcast schedule, ending a prolonged period of uncertainty
surrounding the drama’s airing.
The Second Signal returns nearly a decade after the original hit series Signal,
which gained critical acclaim for its unique premise of detectives in the
present and past communicating through a mysterious two-way radio to solve cold
cases. The original drama concluded with a peak nationwide rating of 13.4%
(Nielsen Korea).
Initially planned for release earlier this year to coincide with tvN’s 20th
anniversary, the sequel was postponed indefinitely following controversy
involving one of its lead actors. The broadcast has now been confirmed after a
long delay.
Filming for the series was completed in August last year, but its release was
halted when past allegations regarding actor Cho Jin Woong resurfaced, related
to his juvenile record. Reports claimed he had received juvenile protective
disposition during his teenage years, including allegations involving serious
offenses. His agency, People Entertainment, acknowledged that the actor had
engaged in misconduct during his youth, while noting that the events occurred
more than 30 years ago and that full verification is difficult, as related legal
procedures had already been concluded.
The Second Signal reunites the creative team of the original drama, including
writer Kim Eun-hee and director Ahn Tae-jin. The series stars Lee Je-hoon, Kim
Hye-soo, and Cho Jin Woong, continuing the ensemble cast from the first season.
Relief Efforts
1. Cho Jin Woong
