Netflix's romance series XO, Kitty is a can't-miss for rom-com and K-drama fans, following the youngest Song Covey sister from the To All the Boys franchise as she jets off to attend an elite boarding school in Seoul. Kitty met many new friends and got into a lot of chaotic drama during her first semester away, which means there are several cliffhangers to pick up for season 2.
Because we can't wait for school to be back in session at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS), we're breaking down everything we know about XO, Kitty season 2.
Has 'XO, Kitty' been renewed for season 2?
It's official: Kitty's headed back to Seoul!
Netflix confirmed that the To All the Boys spinoff will return for a second season, with the renewal news arriving four weeks after the teen rom-com arrived on the streamer in May 2023. The show's main cast announced the news via Instagram, with a cute clip showing the five actors passing a note along to Kitty herself, Anna Cathcart. "Thank you so much to everybody who watched season 1. We cannot wait to do it again," she says.
For anyone interested in ratings stats, XO, Kitty debuted at no. 2 on the streaming giant's English TV List with 72.1M hours viewed. The first season also reached the Top 10 in over 90 countries and spawned tons of praise and fancams on social media. (So. Many. Min Ho. Fancams.)
When will 'XO, Kitty' season 2 come out?
Get ready to jet-set back to Korea at the start of 2025! In late November 2024, Netflix officially announced season 2 of XO, Kitty is set to premiere on Jan. 16, 2025.
The streamer shared a fun video featuring the core cast to reveal the release date. In the brief clip, the stars walk through the streets of Seoul—all in incredible 'fits—while a voiceover teases what's coming next season, as they excitedly turn around to ask "when" they can tune in. As the voice in the teaser promises, fans can expect new roommates, more travel, more romance—including more love triangles—and more cast mates in the coming episodes.
Is there a trailer for 'XO, Kitty' season 2?
Yes! The official trailer for XO, Kitty season 2 dropped in mid-December and hits at the plot, continuing the many threads left hanging after season 1. Long story short: "Chaos Queen" Kitty isn't over Yuri, things between Minho and Kitty are complicated, and Kitty's still searching for information about her mom's past. However, most importantly for To All the Boys fans, PETER KAVINSKY IS BACK!
Who in the 'XO, Kitty' cast will return for season 2?
When Netflix announced the season 2 premiere date, it also confirmed that the entire cast of XO, Kitty season 1 is set to return, including Kitty herself, Anna Cathcart, Minyeong Choi (Dae), Gia Kim (Yuri), Sang Heon Lee (Min Ho), Anthony Keyvan (Q), Peter Thurnwald (Alex), and Regan Aliyah (Juliana).
Are there any new cast members in 'XO, Kitty' season 2?
You bet! Netflix has announced that there are going to be three newbies roaming the halls at KISS. Though the details are limited on their characters' personalities, we know three names have joined the cast: Audrey Huynh is set to play Stella, Sasha Bhasin will play Praveena, and Joshua Lee joins as Jin. We'll have to wait and see who they become besties, frenemies, or love interests with!
What will happen on 'XO, Kitty' season 2?
Netflix has released an official synopsis for season 2. Here's what fans can expect: "Teen matchmaker Kitty Song Covey is back in Seoul for a new semester at KISS. She's single for the first time in a long time, and ready for a fresh start: no more meddling, no more drama. Maybe just some casual dating. Emphasis on casual. But she has more to worry about than her love life, as a letter from her mother's past sets her on a wild journey, and new faces at KISS bring change. As secrets unravel and bonds are tested, Kitty will learn that life, family, and love are more complicated than she ever imagined."
It makes sense that's where the show is headed, as you may recall, Kitty's first semester at KISS was tumultuous, to say the least. Between adjusting to the strict academic standards, living in the boys' dorm to avoid her roommate's constant livestream (which, why was the roommate not expelled instead of Kitty?), and trying to bring her relationship with Dae from online to in-person, Kitty had an entire high school career's worth of drama crammed into a few months. The season ends with Kitty passing her finals but being expelled from KISS because of the whole living-in-the-boys-dorm situation, and she packs up all of her things to return home for winter break.
Based on the season 2 tease, we know she'll get her place back at school. It seems possible Yuri could have a hand in that, after their relationship has gone from (faux) romantic rivals to sweet acquaintances, to a friendship loaded with romantic tension(!). Kitty couldn't share her feelings for Yuri since Juliana arrived back in town, but that sets up an intense love triangle going forward.
Actually, make that a love rectangle, since Min Ho appeared on Kitty's flight to admit that he was falling in love with her. Kitty and Min Ho moved past their animosity to become real friends, so Kitty may also have a soft spot for the skincare enthusiast. Plus, if Dae isn't entirely over her by the time she gets back, Kitty will be dealing with a love... rhombus? At least she'll have a platonic bestie in Q.
Will any of the 'To All the Boys' cast members appear in season 2?
Luckily for To All the Boys fans, XO, Kitty includes several Easter eggs toward the original movies, romance book series, and Lara Jean and Peter's love story. (In one full circle moment Kitty even worries she's turning into LJ.) The youngest Song Covey sister also offers updates on where her two older sisters end up four years after Always and Forever. Margot (played by Janel Parrish) is still in the U.K. after college, where she tracks down Juliana as Kitty's favor to Yuri. Also, Lara Jean (Lana Condor) and Peter (Noah Centineo) are still together! (Yay!)
So far, it's only been revealed that Centineo is set to return, based on his appearance in the season 2 trailer. We'll have to wait and see if Condor or Parris make an appearance.
It all but makes sense that our beloved Peter Kavinsky is back. In the past, the actor said that he was up for a return.
What have the cast and crew said about 'XO, Kitty' season 2?
Some cast members have shared their thoughts on Kitty's many romantic options. In a Teen Vogue interview, Minyeong Choi revealed that he believes Kitty and Dae should move forward solely as friends.
"First of all, I think he should accept [the breakup] because Kitty was pretty clear about it. And if he loves her…Not 'if.' He does love her, so he has to respect that part too. That's one of the ways to love her," he told the outlet. "It's really sad that giving up should be a way to love her, but I think he should. [And also] one of the reasons that I want him to remain as a friend [is it] could open up the possibilities in the future. Who knows?"
"I would want him to learn how to transform his relationship [with Kitty] from lovers to friends," Choi added. "I think that's really hard, but if you can do that, you can still keep...the person. That's not only about just partners; it's just love again. So I really hope that Dae keeps the love towards Kitty."
So Choi may not be Team Dae, but as for Team Yuri vs. Team Min Ho, the actor made his stance clear. "Actually, I'm #TeamKitty," he told the outlet. "I want her to be happy, and I want her to find what she loves [without necessarily being in a relationship.]"
Min Ho actor Sang Heon Lee was also asked whether his character should end up with Kitty, but he admits that it's hard to guess where the pair will stand after Min Ho's finale confession.
"I don’t know what’s going to happen. To be honest I have no idea how she’ll answer him," he told Teen Vogue. "It’s a very complicated situation. I have no idea, I can’t answer that."
