Coupang Play Unveils Exciting Content Lineup for Second Half of 2025

Coupang Play has revealed a standout lineup of content set to captivate viewers in the latter half of 2025. The platform will feature original series, exclusive domestic productions, premium sports broadcasts, and live events, promising an immersive viewing experience across various genres.

▲ Anticipated Coupang Originals Return with Stronger Seasons

Returning with a bang, the second season of the relatable office comedy '직장인들' (Office Workers) and the third season of the brainy survival show '대학전쟁' (University Wars), which expands into a medical versus engineering theme, are among the highlights. Additionally, '슈팅스타' (Shooting Star) Season 2 will showcase retired soccer players taking on the K3 League, featuring a powerful lineup.

One of the most anticipated projects of the year, 'UDT: 우리 동네 특공대' (UDT: Our Neighborhood Special Forces), has already generated buzz with its confirmed production and casting, featuring beloved actors like 윤계상 (Yoon Kye-sang), 진선규 (Jin Sun-kyu), and 김지현 (Kim Ji-hyun) in a delightful action-comedy. Furthermore, the hit series '소년시대' (Boys' Generation), which sparked the 'SoShi Syndrome' in 2023, has officially confirmed its second season, expanding its narrative from a farming school to a seaside fishery school. Filming for '소년시대' Season 2 is set to begin in the first half of 2026.

▲ Exclusive HBO and Max Originals Coming to Coupang Play

Coupang Play will also be the first to introduce new original content from the world-renowned HBO and Max. The much-anticipated '피스메이커' (Peacemaker) Season 2, starring John Cena, will delve into the internal struggles of the character as he grapples with past wounds and new objectives, offering an evolved character drama. Based on Stephen King's novel, '그것: 웰컴 투 데리' (It: Welcome to Derry) will explore the origins of horror in the American town of Derry, presenting a prequel series that immerses viewers in the town's past, present, and future.

In addition, several domestic TV projects are set to premiere exclusively on Coupang Play this fall. '마이 유스' (My Youth), starring 송중기 (Song Joong-ki) and 천우희 (Cheon Woo-hee), is a heartfelt romance about two individuals confronting forgotten emotions and wounds tied to their first love, making it one of the most anticipated dramas of the season. '컨피던스맨KR' (Confidence Man KR), featuring 박민영 (Park Min-young), 박희순 (Park Hee-soon), and 주종혁 (Joo Jong-hyuk), will follow three con artists with unique backstories as they team up to take down a formidable evil, promising viewers a thrilling catharsis.

▲ Unmatched Sports Broadcasting and Interactive Entertainment

Coupang Play is solidifying its reputation as a leader in sports broadcasting with an impressive lineup. This fall, the Premier League (PL) and the NBA will join the platform, offering extensive sports coverage. Starting July 7, all matches of the '2025 동아시안컵' (2025 East Asian Cup) will be broadcast live, including major matchups like the Korea-Japan game. Fans can also enjoy the 'PL Summer Series' and global club pre-matches through the 'Sports Pass', providing unlimited access to the best games worldwide.

Additionally, the immersive '2025 Coupang Play Series' will return this summer, featuring a 'Champion Match' between Premier League giants Newcastle United and Son Heung-min's Tottenham Hotspur. The '무한도전 Run with Coupang Play' event has also been confirmed to take place in Busan, promising another special festival for fans following the successful event in Seoul.

Moreover, Coupang Play has expanded content accessibility significantly by introducing an ad-supported free membership system starting June 15. This allows all users to enjoy a wide range of content, including original series, domestic and international TV shows, the latest movies, family and kids' content, and real-time news, completely free of charge.