tvN “The Uncanny Counter 2” Releases On-Set Stills

2023-06-23 11:58

“The Uncanny Counter Season 2” to be released on July 29th

Yoo In-soo, Jin Sun-kyu, Kang Ki-young, and Kim Hieora have joined the cast

OCN's top-rated drama "The Uncanny Counter" is returning with Season 2.

On the 22nd, tvN released on-set still cuts of the new weekend drama "The Uncanny Counter 2: Counter Punch." The still cuts feature the "Counters," who wear red training suits and chase after demons.

tvN's new weekend drama ' The Uncanny Counter 2: Counter Punch' unveils still cuts. / tvN

The Counters, each possessing different abilities such as telekinesis, superhuman strength, psychometry, and healing powers, exude anticipation with their intense expressions and poses.

In particular, actor Cho Byeong-kyu, who had temporarily suspended his activities due to school violence allegations, garnered attention with his renewed visual. After a three-year hiatus, Cho Byeong-kyu reprised his role as the protagonist So Moon from Season 1. Other cast members from Season 1, including Yu Jun-Sang, Kim Sejeong, Yeom Hye-ran, and Ahn Seok-hwan, also continued their original roles.

The behind-the-scenes photos of the script reading session for ' The Uncanny Counter 2 : Counter Punch' featuring the cast have been revealed. / tvN

In addition, new additions such as actors Yoo In-soo, Jin Sun-kyu, Kang Ki-young, and Kim Hieora have completed a strong lineup.

Yoo In-soo, Jin Sun-kyu, and Kang Ki-young and Kim Hieora have newly joined the drama. / YOUTUBE 'tvN drama'

Based on the webtoon of the same name with a cumulative view count of 160 million, the "The Uncanny Counter" series is a thrilling supernatural hero story about defeating disruptive demons in the present world.

When it ended in January 2021, the final episode achieved a viewership rating of 11.9%, becoming the highest-rated drama in OCN history and gaining significant popularity.

The production team of tvN's "The Uncanny Counter 2" stated, "The Counters, including Cho Byeong-gyu, Yoo Jun-sang, Kim Sejeong, Yeom Hye-ran, and Ahn Seok-hwan, have shown exceptional dedication and passion for the 'The Uncanny Counter' series on set. We will deliver performances and visual representation that surpass Season 1 in terms of completeness and entertainment. Season 2 will feature action sequences with even more impact and a greater variety of demon hunts. Please look forward to it."

tvN's new weekend drama "The Uncanny Counter 2: Counter Punch" will premiere on the 29th of next month at 9:20 PM.