We are opening 2025 with some of the least shocking news imaginable. Hot on the heels of “Squid Game” season 2’s premiere, Netflix has greenlit a 3rd and final season. The streamer has already crafted some teaser art and set a release window for later this year.
The first season of “Squid Game” hit Netflix in 2021 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Its story centers around a lethal competition that draws in players with the promise of a $45.6 billion cash prize. Season 1 centers around Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), a desperate father who enters the game and is manipulated by forces beyond his comprehension. Namely, Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) a mysterious figure who helps manage the game. Season 2 picks up three years after the events of the 1st season. It follows Gi-hun as he reenters the competition and works to put an end to the game.
“Squid Game” Season 3
Series director, writer, and executive producer Hwang Dong-hyuk announced the 3rd season in an emotional letter to fans. “I am beyond excited to be writing this letter to announce the date for Season 2 and share the news of Season 3, the final season,” he writes. “The fierce clash between [Gi-hun and Front Man’s] two worlds will continue into the series finale with Season 3, which will be brought to you next year.”
He also teases that season 3 will be just as exciting as its predecessors. “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,” says Hwang. “We’ll do our best to make sure we bring you yet another thrill ride.”
We’ll keep you posted on updates about the 3rd season of “Squid Game” as they become available. In the meantime, you can catch the first 2 seasons streaming exclusively on Netflix.
