As of early 2026, there is no official confirmation that Idol I will return for a second season. Neither Netflix nor original broadcaster ENA has announced a renewal, and no statements have been released by the drama’s production company or creative team regarding plans beyond its initial run.
Idol I concluded its first season after airing 12 episodes between December 22, 2025, and January 27, 2026. The legal thriller followed lawyer Maeng Se-na as she defended a K-pop idol accused of murder, navigating both the justice system and the intense scrutiny surrounding the entertainment industry. By the finale, the central case and major character arcs were largely resolved, giving the series a self-contained ending rather than an open cliffhanger.
That wrapped conclusion is one of the main reasons industry observers believe a second season is unlikely, at least for now. Many Korean dramas are designed as single-season narratives, especially when the story reaches a clear resolution. Unlike franchise-style series, renewals remain relatively rare unless a show becomes an exceptional ratings or global streaming phenomenon.
While Idol I generated discussion among viewers and maintained steady interest during its run, there has been no indication that it reached the level of breakout success that typically drives follow-up seasons. Analysts note that without an active renewal announcement or hints of a shared universe expansion, speculation about Season 2 remains premature.
A second season could still become possible if Netflix were to see unusually strong long-term global performance and decide to revisit the concept with a new case or reworked format. However, at present, there is no evidence that such development is underway.
For now, Idol I stands as a complete, one-season legal drama, with its story fully told. Unless Netflix or ENA signals a change in direction, viewers should treat the January 2026 finale as the series’ conclusion rather than a pause before another chapter.
