With its dramatic blend of high-stakes competition and social commentary, “Squid Game” (오징어 게임) took the world by storm in its first season. Fans of the show have been anticipating to see what our favourite characters will do next in the new season.
The show centres on 456 people who are having financial difficulties and are encouraged to play a series of kid-friendly games in order to enter and win a sizable cash award. The twist is that you die if you lose in any of the games – but what about “Squid Game Season 2”? Will the organisers of the survival game use the same game, or will it be different? Here’s what we know about the new season of “Squid Game”:
What Does The Director Think Of “Squid Game S2”?
Last month, Netflix revealed the date of Season 2’s premiere along with a note from director Hwang. “I remember thinking, ‘Wow, I can’t believe I’m back in the world of ‘Squid Game’, on the first day we started filming Season 2.” It seemed nearly unreal,” he wrote. “I wonder how it will feel for you to be back in ‘Squid Game’ after three years, as well.”
Hwang also hinted at future developments, revealing, “Seong Gi-hun, who pledged retribution at the conclusion of Season 1, returns and rejoins the game. Will he be able to get his revenge? This time around, Front Man doesn’t appear to be an easy opponent. Season 3, which will air next year, will feature a series conclusion that features a furious battle between their two universes.”
Who Are The Cast Members?
It has been revealed that Lee Jung-jae (성기훈), Lee Byung-hun (이병헌), Wi Ha-jun (황준호), and Gong Yoo (공지철) will all be making a comeback to the “Squid Game” cast.
In addition to the returning cast, Season 2 will feature colourful new characters, including the outstanding newcomers Yim Si-wan (임시완), Kang Ha-neul (강하늘), Park Gyu-young (박규영), Lee Jin-uk (이진욱), Park Sung-hoon (박성훈), Yang Dong-geun (양동근), Kang Ae-sim (강애심), Lee David (이다윗), Choi Seung-hyun(최승현), Roh Jae-won (노재원), Jo Yu-ri (조유리), and Won Ji-an (김인선).
What Is The Theory Regarding Season 2?
Although the first season of “Squid Game” was a success, it would be unfortunate to repeat the same experience. Netflix Diaries posted that Hwang would focus more on “Player 001’s” backstory. What is the real identity of this player?
Others have speculated that “Player 001” might be the mastermind behind the game. Could it be true? A lot of fans have suspected him since a lot of unusual moments happened every time the player appeared on the screen. But what if it was just a mistake that Hwang did not notice?
When Will The Season 2 Come Out?
The second season of “Squid Game” will premiere on 26th December 2024 (Thursday). In addition, Netflix also announced that the show has been renewed for a third – and final – season. Netflix also released a first-look video for “Squid Game Season 2”, earlier in February, teasing the next part of the Korean thriller. In the airport, a man on the phone tells Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), “You’re going to regret the choice you made”, to which he responds, “I’ll track you down. whatever it takes.”
You can watch the teaser of “Squid Game Season 2” here:
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Sakinah contributed to this article.
