Fans of Squid Game, the global cultural sensation, are buzzing with excitement as Netflix officially confirms that Season 3 is on its way, set to arrive in 2025. After the record-breaking success of Season 2, which premiered on December 26, 2024, viewers won’t have to wait as long this time for the next chapter.
The announcement came on January 1, via a teaser on Netflix’s X (formerly Twitter) account, introducing a brand-new character, Chul-su, the boyfriend of the iconic “red light, green light” doll, Young-hee.
What to Expect in Season 3
The third season promises to pick up where Season 2 left off, delving deeper into the mission of Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) as he works to uncover the truth about the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun). While Season 1 focused on survival and Season 2 shifted to dismantling the corrupt system, Season 3 promises an even more intense journey of conspiracies and revelations.
The shocking Season 2 finale revealed that the Front Man, secretly operating as Player 001, was manipulating the games from the shadows. This cliffhanger has left fans eager to see how Gi-hun unravels these dark secrets while grappling with the emotional toll of the games.
Release Date Speculation
Although Netflix hasn’t revealed an official release date, fans speculate that June 27, 2025, could be the big day. This date briefly appeared in a now-deleted video on Netflix Korea’s YouTube channel, sparking a frenzy of excitement online.
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk shared that Seasons 2 and 3 were filmed back-to-back, with production now in the post-production phase. This approach ensures a smooth continuation of the storyline, maintaining the show’s narrative flow and intensity.
Returning Cast and New Faces
The star-studded cast for Squid Game Season 3 features familiar faces alongside exciting newcomers introduced in the previous season:
- Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun, the determined protagonist.
- Lee Byung-hun as the enigmatic Front Man.
- Wi Ha-jun as Hwang Jun-ho, the undercover detective.
- Yim Si-wan as Myung-gi (Player 333).
- Kang Ha-neul as Dae-ho (Player 388).
- Park Gyu-young as No-eul.
- Park Sung-hoon as Hyun-ju (Player 120).
- Yang Dong-geun as Yong-sik (Player 007).
- Kang Ae-shim as Geum-ja (Player 149).
- Jo Yu-ri as Jun-hee (Player 222).
The addition of Chul-su, paired with returning characters, is expected to elevate the drama and complexity in Season 3.
A Global Phenomenon
Season 2, released in December 2024, shattered records with 12.6 million views in its first eleven days. The show’s mix of gripping narrative, social commentary, and powerhouse performances has solidified its place as a landmark series.
With Season 3, Netflix is poised to continue this legacy, promising unexpected twists, emotional depth, and thrilling moments that will leave fans on the edge of their seats.
Mark your calendars for 2025, and get ready to dive back into the deadly and mesmerizing world of Squid Game!
