Netflix’s hit deadly game show Squid Game is about to come back with an even deadlier Season 2, as previewed in a new trailer released by the streamer. Valued at nearly $900 million, ironically, the anti-capitalist Korean thriller created by Emmy-winning creative Hwang Dong-hyuk won the hearts of fans and critics alike upon its release in 2021. With iconic sets and unbelievably tense moments, the show overwhelmingly took over the post-pandemic entertainment industry, leaving Netflix unable to resist the opportunity to capitalize on its success. The streaming platform and production company even made a spin-off reality show called Squid Game: The Challenge where fans participated in real-life games. Without being killed off, of course.
Now, Netflix is gearing up for the awaited release of Season 2 of the international phenomenon. With Season 3 already approved and set for streaming in 2025, the original series is quickly turning into a full-blown and well-played-out franchise. Director David Fincher, known for pushing the envelope with films like his modern classic Fight Club, is even getting in on the deadly action, making his next project an English adaptation of the gory series. It seems like everyone wants a piece of the Squid Game pie.
After announcing a release date of December 26 earlier this year, Netflix finally unveiled the teaser trailer for the first time at Lucca Comics & Games, Europe’s biggest Comic Con, where fans were graced with an appearance by series stars Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-jun, and director Dong-hyuk. Fans are dying to know more about the messed up world of Squid Game and Netflix’s new trailer delivers just that. Check out the newest Squid Game Season 2 trailer below.
Squid Game is Back, Bigger Than Ever Before
Squid Game Season 2 is exploring a new group of players portrayed by actors including Yim Si-wan (Unlocked), Kang Ha-neul (The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure), and Park Sung-hoon (The Glory). However, the second season will also include some fan-favorite returning characters, like the last man standing, Seong Gi-hun; Player 456, played by Lee Jung-jae; and masked Front Man played by Lee Byung-hun. The Recruiter for the games, played by Gong Yoo, will also be returning along with Hwang Jun-ho, a detective on a mission, played by Wi Ha-jun.
Compared to the production of the first season of the Korean series produced by Firstman Studio, Season 2 seems much more extensive, even peeling back the curtain on the creators of the grotesque game in the series’ plot. There seems to be plenty of additions to the series’ cast of impactful characters, as well as enough returning ones to intrigue fans, and hopefully answer some of their questions. But not without introducing even more inquiries to be dealt with in already-confirmed Season 3.
While many fans are thanking Netflix for renewing the series for a second season, Dong-hyuk only set out to make a single season with a contained story. But how could he say no to his fans, and a big Netflix deal that could fuel more original ideas? While the executive producer has said that the third installment will be the last season of the dystopian series, who knows what Netflix has up their sleeve or how much they want in their wallet?
In Squid Game, a mysterious invitation to join a competition is sent to people at risk who are in dire need of money. Four hundred fifty-six participants from all walks of life are locked into a secret location where they play games to win 45.6 billion won. Games are selected from traditional Korean children’s games, such as Red Light and Green Light, but the consequence of losing is death. To survive, competitors must choose their alliances carefully – but the further they go in the competition, the more likely betrayal will rear its ugly head.