Squid Game Update From Netflix

It’s exciting to hear that “Squid Game” is returning for its second season on December 26! Fans have been eagerly awaiting more from the series, and the news that there will be a third and final season in 2025 is sure to build anticipation and some sadness.

In addition, series creator, director, and executive producer Hwang Dong-hyuk posted a letter to fans in which he wrote in part, “I am thrilled to see the seed that was planted in creating a new Squid Game grow and bear fruit through the end of this story.”

It’s great to see that the returning cast includes familiar faces like Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo. Their return promises continuity and more depth to the story. The addition of new actors like Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, and others should bring fresh dynamics and intrigue to the series. It’ll be interesting to see how these new characters fit into the high-stakes world of “Squid Game.”

The official description for Season 2 states:

“Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 remains determined to find the people behind the game and put an end to their vicious sport. Using this fortune to fund his search, Gi-hun starts with the most obvious of places: look for the man in a sharp suit playing ddakji in the subway. But when his efforts finally yield results, the path toward taking down the organization proves to be deadlier than he imagined: to end the game, he needs to re-enter it.”

Kim Ji-yeon also serves as an executive producer on “Squid Game” along with Hwang. Firstman Studio produces for Netflix.

The success of the first season of “Squid Game” is truly remarkable! Being the most-watched season in Netflix history and receiving 14 Emmy nominations with six wins is a huge achievement. Hwang Dong-hyuk’s win for Best Director and Lee Jung-jae’s win for Best Actor highlight the outstanding performances and direction that made the series stand out. Lee You-mi’s win for Best Guest Actress also underscores the strong impact of the cast across the board. It’s no surprise that anticipation for the new seasons is so high given the critical acclaim and massive popularity of the first season.

Check out the trailer and announcement below:

Variety broke the story first.