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Prime Video’s ‘Butterfly’ Debuts With Cliffhanger Finale as Renewal Remains Unconfirmed

Daniel Dae Kim’s bilingual spy series has generated strong viewer engagement alongside mixed critical reaction, leaving its second-season prospects still pending.

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Overview

  • All six episodes of the high-octane, graphic novel–adapted thriller premiered on Prime Video on August 13–14.
  • Butterfly blends family drama with espionage as retired operative David Jung reunites with his daughter turned assassin, Rebecca.
  • Shot across more than 20 locations in South Korea with episodes named for Korean cities, the series emphasizes cultural authenticity.
  • Viewers have praised the show on social media while early reviews average about a 70% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Amazon has not officially greenlit season two, though Daniel Dae Kim and the creative team have expressed optimism about continuing the story.