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Finneas O’Connell Scores Netflix's 'Beef' Season 2 Premiere

3/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Finneas O’Connell will compose the score for Season 2 of Netflix and A24's Beef, which premieres on April 16, 2026.
He dedicated the past year to the project.
Season 2 centers on a Gen-Z couple, Ashley Miller and Austin Davis, embroiled in their boss's troubled marriage.
The cast includes Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan.
Creator Lee Sung Jin praised Finneas O’Connell's emotional depth, anticipating a powerful soundtrack.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1977, the American Film Institute has significantly influenced the promotion of film as an art form. In recent years, Netflix has transformed content consumption, boasting over 230 million subscribers by 2023. The upcoming second season of "Beef," featuring Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan, highlights a trend towards complex, character-driven narratives in modern television, reflecting evolving storytelling styles.

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Story summary

Finneas O’Connell will compose the score for Season 2 of Netflix and A24's Beef, which premieres on April 16, 2026.
He dedicated the past year to the project.
Season 2 centers on a Gen-Z couple, Ashley Miller and Austin Davis, embroiled in their boss's troubled marriage.
The cast includes Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan.
Creator Lee Sung Jin praised Finneas O’Connell's emotional depth, anticipating a powerful soundtrack.

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