Physical 100 season 2: Release date, cast and latest news

This time, the 100 contestants from all ages, gender identities and fitness backgrounds will compete in various quests to determine who has the "ideal physique". This will all take place in a massive mine. Yes, you read that correctly.

"I got first place in the Strongman Contest in Korea, so I was kind of proud to be one of the strongest people in Korea," Season 1 contestant Jo Jin-hyeong told Tudum.

"But now that I've been [on Physical 100], I realise that there's this whole spectrum of strength. It's not just the physical might that you have, but there's these different things that you have to have all together to become that perfect physique."

So, when can viewers expect to get another instalment of the series and who will be taking on the tasks? Read on to find out everything we know so far…

When is Physical 100 season 2 out on Netflix?

Physical 100 season 2 premieres on Netflix on Tuesday 19th March. That's right, tomorrow!

Prior to the series being confirmed, the showrunners hinted that the new series would be bigger and better than before – including the expansion of the set, which was the size of two soccer fields in the first season.

"We are very grateful Physical: 100 received so much love from fans all across the globe, and we paid attention to all the comments and feedback," series director Jang Ho-gi told Deadline. "We decided to retain the essence of the show – finding the perfect physique – while introducing fresh elements. This is our way of expressing our gratitude to the fans of the show."

He added: "I give you my word that we will be back with an all-new season that's got everything taken up a notch for our global fans."

What is Physical 100?

Bursting onto our screens back in 2023, Physical 100 is a South Korean reality series, where 100 contestants compete against each other to win a cash prize of ₩300 million (which converts to almost £200,000).

Among the cast were Olympians, professional fighters, bodybuilders and former soldiers, who were put through a series of quests to challenge their strength, endurance, agility, balance and willpower. Those who failed to complete the tasks were eliminated at the end of each round, until there was one winner.

The show has often been compared to the hit Netflix drama series, Squid Game.

Physical 100 season 2 cast

Fans will have to wait to see the full 100 challengers, but Netflix has confirmed some contestants who will be taking on the competition.

Part of the 100 includes renowned athletes such as Kim Dong-hyun, the first Korean UFC fighter with the highest number of wins in Korea, Lee Won-hee, a judo gold medalist and Anthony Jung, a wrestling gold medalist.

Some of the other contestants include police officers, actors and even FBI diplomats, according to Netflix.

Who won Physical 100 season 1?

While all the competitors in season 1 were amazing, it was Woo Jin-yong who triumphed in the end and won the series.

The CrossFit and snowboard athlete beat all 100 competitors, including runner-up Jung Hae-min, who lost at the final hurdle.

Is there a trailer for Physical 100 season 2?

Yes! You can watch the season 2 trailer below.

Physical 100 season 2 will premiere on Netflix on Tuesday 19th March. Season 1 is available to stream now. Sign up for Netflix from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream.

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