Second Season of Netflix Series 'Crooks' Premieres with Expanded International Settings

The second season of the action crime series 'Crooks' is now available for streaming on Netflix. Directed by Marvin Kren, this installment follows characters Charly and Joseph as they navigate dangerous situations involving multiple criminal organizations. The plot revolves around a mysterious Russian gold coin that shifts the action from Austria to Bangkok, though Vienna and Austrian mountain regions remain significant settings. Frederick Lau portrays Charly, a character with fist-fighting experience, while Christoph Krutzler plays the resilient Joseph. Supporting characters include Samira, played by Svenja Jung, and her son Jonas, who face threats in the Austrian mountains. Additional cast members Lukas Watzl and Georg Friedrich appear as Rio and Zwanziger, bringing dark humor from Vienna's underworld. The series features intense physical action across various locations including nightclubs, markets, and restaurants in Bangkok, with a notable Austrian fast-food establishment run by dubious expatriates. While the show attempts to balance brutality with humor, the violence often appears exaggerated and cartoonish. The first season aired two years ago, and the current format's international popularity suggests potential for future seasons.