Stars from tvN's hit crime drama to reunite for second season next year

Cast from Signal first season Cho Jin-woong Kim Hye-soo Lee Je-hoon are seen to pose for picture in this grab Yonhap — The main cast of "Signal" pose for a picture at a press event in Seoul, in this file photo from January 2016. From left, Cho Jin-woong, Kim Hye-soo, Lee Je-hoon. Yonhap

SEOUL, March 6 (AJP) - Crime drama "Signal" will return for a second season nearly a decade after its first airing, cable channel tvN said on Wednesday.

The 2016 hit series received critical acclaim for its compelling stories at the time of its release, with many viewers having been eagerly waiting for its return.

Actress Kim Hye-soo, who captivated viewers with her portrayal of a cold case squad detective, reunites with actors like Cho Jin-woong and Lee Je-hoon, as the main cast from the first season reprises their roles.

The series revolves around detectives from different time periods who communicate through a mysterious walkie-talkie to solve long-unsolved cases.

The upcoming season consisting of 16 episodes is scheduled to air in January next year in time for the channel's 20th anniversary.

Evelyn Nam evelyneyahh@ajunews.com