? The Recruit is back with a second season of light-hearted espionage. This action-packed ride that had us hooked last season takes on espionage in a comedic way — and it’s so ridiculous, you can’t help but be entertained. If you’re looking for gritty CIA realism, you’re not finding it here, but if you’re in the mood for a show that’s light on logic and heavy on charm, The Recruit will deliver just that.

What’s in store for season 2? This time around we find Owen Hendricks (Noah Centineo) — CIA attorney and certified terrible spy — in Seoul, uncovering a dangerous operation with a long and storied past. Owen’s mission is complicated by everyone around him, including the deadly daughter of a former asset, Nichka (Laura Haddock), who thinks the solution to everything is killing Owen. Meanwhile, his ex-girlfriend Hannah (Fivel Stewart) is fed up with his reckless antics and decides it’s time to move out — because nothing says "commitment" like getting involved in an international conspiracy.

Owen’s bosses at the CIA aren’t thrilled with his behavior and bench him, but when a mysterious letter arrives, Owen convinces his boss to send him to South Korea. Naturally, chaos ensues, with Owen and his grumpy partner Janus (Kristian Bruun) dodging danger at every turn.

Is it still a must-watch for fans of spy thrillers? In short, not if your idea of espionage involves a lot of fight scenes and shootouts. However, if you’re looking for a fun, fast-paced show that doesn’t take itself seriously, then it’s the perfect fit. The Recruit is a show that knows exactly what it is: a silly, action-packed series where the stakes are high, but the tone is light. And, let’s face it — Centineo’s charisma and the show’s many laughs make for an undeniably entertaining time.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the show on Netflix or catch the trailer on YouTube (runtime: 2:33).

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