The K2 (2016)

Kernel Score: 86% · 174 ratings

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime

First aired: 2016-09-23

Seasons: 1 · 16 episodes

Where to watch The K2

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A patriotic bodyguard who was abandoned by his country and colleagues, a hidden daughter of leading Presidential candidate who regards love as a tool for revenge, and the First Lady contender who hides her ambition and charisma behind a kind and friendly personality.

The K2 parents' guide: ages 12+

Parents need to know that The K2 is a TV-14 Korean action-drama involving political corruption, bodyguards, and a revenge plot.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Action-drama involving bodyguards, corruption, and politically-motivated danger.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • Ji Chang-wook as Kim Je-Ha
  • Song Yun-ah as Choi Yoo-Jin
  • Yoona as Ko An-Na
  • Cho Seong-ha as Jang Se-Joon
  • Kim Kap-soo as Park Gwan-Soo
  • Lee Jung-jin as Choi Sung-Won
  • Son Tae-young as An-Na's Mother
  • Shin Dong-mi as Kim Dong-Mi
  • Park Geon-Rak as Public Prosecutor
  • Lee Yea-eun as Jang Mi-Ran

The K2 FAQ

Is The K2 good?

The K2 has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 174 audience ratings.

Where can I watch The K2?

In the US you can stream The K2 on Prime Video and WeTV and watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel, Rakuten Viki and Tubi.

Is The K2 OK for kids?

The K2 is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that The K2 is a TV-14 Korean action-drama involving political corruption, bodyguards, and a revenge plot.

What shows are like The K2?

If you liked The K2, try The Knockout, Bodyguard, Borgen and Yes Minister.