archytele The Vault
Season guide

The Penthouse: Season 2

13 episodes Premiered Feb 19, 2021 Updated Oct 30, 2026

In the second season of The Penthouse, the residents of Hera Palace continue their pursuit of power and status, becoming increasingly wicked as they attempt to secure their positions. Seo Jin and Dan Tae successfully eliminate those who stood in their way, having framed Yoon Hee for the murder of Su Ryeon and concealed the truth regarding the death of Seol A. With these obstacles removed, the residents of Hera Palace

Previously on The Penthouse

Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The series centers on three women living in a luxury penthouse who are driven to protect their status and their children's futures.
  • ⚡ A murder occurs at Hera Palace, which serves as a catalyst for a mother to question her place in elite society and seek revenge.
  • ⚡ The narrative is defined by a war over real estate and education among the wealthy residents.
  • ⚡ The characters are willing to stop at nothing to achieve their personal goals and maintain their social standing.
Advertisement

Season overview

In the second season of The Penthouse, the residents of Hera Palace continue their pursuit of power and status, becoming increasingly wicked as they attempt to secure their positions. Seo Jin and Dan Tae successfully eliminate those who stood in their way, having framed Yoon Hee for the murder of Su Ryeon and concealed the truth regarding the death of Seol A. With these obstacles removed, the residents of Hera Palace operate under the belief that their lives will return to the status quo. However, this sense of security is challenged when Yoon Hee manages to escape from prison. Furthermore, the narrative reveals that Eun Byeol is aware of the truth, introducing new complications for the inhabitants of the luxury apartment complex. As the secrets of the residents are poised to be revealed, the season explores whether the characters can continue to protect their precious palace and maintain their elite standing. The unfolding events leave the future of the residents uncertain as they navigate the consequences of their past actions and the looming threat of exposure within their highly competitive social environment.

Advertisement
Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

🛡️ SPOILER SHIELD

Season 2 Progress Shield

Future titles & synopses blurred. Tap "Reveal" on any card to peek.
Binge Efficiency Engine

Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by narrative weight. Focus on essential mytharc and skip standalone side quests.

23%
77%
Mytharc (3): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (10): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S2·E1 Mytharc

A Package for Seo Jin

Feb 19, 2021 · 68 min

Dan Tae and the residents of Hera Palace prepare a proposal for Seo Jin. However, police officers barge in and arrest Dan Tae as the murderer of Su Ryeon. While Yoon Hee turns hers

S2·E2 Core

The New Residents

Feb 20, 2021 · 63 min

When Yoon Chul introduces Yoon Hee as his wife, everyone gets shocked especially Eun Byeol. Seo Jin can’t stop thinking about Yoon Chul and it leads Seo Jin and Dan Tae to have a h

S2·E3 Core

The Fake Soprano

Feb 26, 2021 · 72 min

Seo Jin is shocked to find out that Yoon Hee sang for her instead of Young Ran. The more Yoon Hee tries to bring Seo Jin down, Seo Jin feels insecure. She gets mad at Secretary Do

S2·E4 Core

Ro Na Is Back To School

Feb 27, 2021 · 67 min

Out of the blue, Yoon Chul visits Seo Jin at the hotel where she’s supposed to meet Dan Tae. As Dan Tae arrives, Seo Jin quickly hides Yoon Chul in the closet. Meanwhile, Ro Na com

S2·E5 Core

Seok Kyung Threatens Seo Jin

Mar 5, 2021 · 73 min

Seok Kyung threatens Seo Jin with a secret she claims to know about her for the grand prize given at the Cheong A Art Festival. Ma Ri flips out on the parents who bullied Jenny and

S2·E6 Core

The Necklace

Mar 6, 2021 · 68 min

A janitor who found Ro Na on the staircase runs into the auditorium, screaming when Seo Jin announces the grand prize winner of the Cheong A Art Festival. Ro Na goes unconscious an

S2·E7 Core

Seo Jin Needs Yoon Chul

Mar 12, 2021 · 76 min

Eun Byeol is going mad day by day, and Seo Jin calls Yoon Chul for help. When Yoon Hee finds out that Yoon Chul is also involved in Ro Na’s death, she runs to Cheong A Medical Cent

S2·E8 Core

A Love Triangle Never Ends Well

Mar 13, 2021 · 67 min

Yoon Hee meets Ae Gyo for the first time, and she is surprised as she looks just like Su Ryeon who is supposed to be dead. Seok Hoon tries to figure out what Eun Byeol has done to

S2·E9 Core

Somewhere Higher Than the Penthouse

Mar 19, 2021 · 75 min

Yoon Hee and Logan try to persuade Ae Gyo to stay away from Dan Tae, and they leak information that Dan Tae was hiding to get back at him. Furthermore, Seo Jin is about to be kicke

S2·E10 Core

Eun Byeol Remembers Everything

Mar 20, 2021 · 68 min

Yoon Chul is arrested after Mr. Park confessed that he bribed him to give a fake confession. Yoon Chul admits the crime as he has no choice but to protect Eun Byeol. After hearing

S2·E11 Core

The Truth Behind Su Ryeon’s Death

Mar 26, 2021 · 77 min

Seok Hoon receives a phone call from Ro Na and runs to see her. When Ro Na tells him the truth, he wants to take revenge for her. Meanwhile, everyone in Hera Palace is dying to buy

S2·E12 Mytharc

Su Ryeon Is Back

Mar 27, 2021 · 76 min

Yoon Hee accepts Ae Gyo’s plan as she realizes that Ae Gyo was Su Ryeon all along. Ro Na also participates in her plan, to help her. Therefore, the police find Su Ryeon and Ro Na i

S2·E13 Mytharc

Yoon Hee's Atonement

Apr 2, 2021 · 74 min

Yoon Hee decides to take her punishment as she feels sorry for Su Ryeon and her daughter, Seol A. However, the rest of the members of the Hera Club claim their innocence throughout

Advertisement