Netflix Revealed First Look at ‘Squid Game’ Season 2

Squid Game, Netflix’s mega-hit series, will make a triumphant return this year, and the world is vibrating with excitement. The “Next On Netflix” event today, which revealed tantalizing previews of what’s to come, fueled fan excitement for a program that is still Netflix’s most popular series more than two years later.

Aside from its massive viewership, the series made history by winning six Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Directing for Hwang Dong-hyuk and Outstanding Lead Actor for Lee Jung-jae, as well as prestigious accolades such as the Gotham Award for “Breakthrough Series” and a “AFI Honor in 2021.”

A heart-pounding conclusion footage shown at the occasion depicts Gi-hun making an important decision. Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, who won Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 74th Primetime Emmys®, abandons his plans for the United States after receiving a suspicious call and goes on a chase with a motive.

Other favorite characters will return in the new season, including Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) and Recruiter (Gong Yoo). Adding to the intrigue, a new character, played by Park Gyu-young, makes her debut, piqueing interest.

Hwang Dong-hyuk, the visionary director, returns to command the ship. Hwang returns to his role as director, writer, and producer after becoming the first Asian to win Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards®. Expectations are high for the genius behind the Squid Game juggernaut, who is surrounded by a dream cast.

The Squid Game History  

Since its 2021 debut, Squid Game has garnered immense global attention and is currently among Netflix’s most popular programs globally. In its first 28 days, the series received over 1.65 billion viewing hours from more than 142 million households, propelling it to the top of “Today’s Top 10” lists in 94 countries.

Aside from its high viewership, the series received several honors, including the Gotham honors’ “Breakthrough Series,” the People’s Choice Award for “Binge-Worthy Show of 2021,” and the “AFI Special Award.”

Squid Game was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and one Critics’ Choice Award for its cinematic qualities. The series was praised for its novel social commentary on a modern society burdened with tremendous rivalry, all set against the backdrop of nostalgic childhood games, transforming everything Squid Game — art, music, fashion, and games — into a global cultural phenomenon.

Production Details

• WRITER/DIRECTOR: Hwang Dong-hyuk
• EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Kim Ji-yeon
• PRODUCED BY: Firstman Studio
• KEY CAST: Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Wi Ha-jun, Park Gyu-young, Lee Jin-uk, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, Jo Yuri, Won Ji-an, Gong Yoo (special appearance)
• COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Korea