Published on April 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT, this piece delves into the contrasting receptions of the two seasons of the Netflix thriller Beef. The first season was lauded for its exceptional performances, tight script, and stunning visuals, earning a near-perfect 98% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite a strong cast including Steven Yeun and Ali Wong, season 2 saw a drop in ratings, holding an 87% critics' score and a 62% audience score. The sequel struggled to maintain the momentum, with critics noting a lack of focus and overambitious storytelling. As a conspiracy grows and envelops all of our main characters, Beef season 2 can feel unwieldy, observes critic Graeme Guttman, highlighting the challenges the show faced in living up to its predecessor's legacy.
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