Apple TV+’s trailer for ‘Pachinko’ Season 2 sees the return of the Baek in the latter days of WWII and onward.
Synopsis: ” In season two, the parallel stories pick up in Osaka in 1945, where Sunja is forced to make dangerous decisions for her family’s survival during World War II, and in Tokyo in 1989, which finds Solomon exploring new, humble beginnings.”
“Pachinko” is adapted from the titular novel written by Min Jin Lee that has become a NY Times Bestseller.
Season 1 received critical acclaim with a 97% fresh rating by critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The show also received several accolades including a Peabody Award.
“Pachinko” is produced for Apple TV+ by the studio Media Res, and it is created and written by Soo Hugh who serves as executive producer. The series is executive produced by Media Res’ Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer, and Theresa Kang for Blue Marble Pictures. Season two is directed by Leanne Welham, Arvin Chen, and Sang-il Lee.