Squid Game Season 2 Promises Bigger Stakes and Bloodier Games

The global phenomenon returns on December 26 with a deeper story, expanded cast, and heightened social commentary.

Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk wrote and filmed Seasons 2 and 3 back-to-back, with the third season slated for release in 2025.
The new season introduces over 450 new characters, fresh childhood-inspired games, and expanded backstories for key returning players.
Season 2 continues to explore themes of economic inequality and personal choice, with a redesigned voting system at the heart of the deadly competition.
The cast includes new faces from Korean entertainment, such as Jo Yu-ri and Yim Si-wan, alongside returning stars like Lee Jung-jae and Wi Ha-jun.
Netflix has capitalized on the franchise’s success with spin-offs, merchandise, and collaborations, while facing criticism for commercializing its anti-capitalist themes.