The anticipation surrounding Squid Game‘s second season is palpable, especially after the show’s record-breaking success on Netflix. Fans are eagerly awaiting more of the intense, childhood-inspired challenges that made the first season such a thrilling watch. Lee Jung-jae, who plays Seong Gi-hun (Player 456), recently teased some exciting updates for season 2, including “games within games” and intense “psychological warfare” that promises even more twists and turns. He shared that the new games would bring more surprises, raising expectations for even more gripping moments.
Season 2 will pick up three years after the first season, with Player 456 returning for another shot at the 45.6 billion won prize. Jung-jae also expressed his gratitude for the global support he’s received, noting that he now has fans from all around the world.
Meanwhile, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk opened up about the pressure he felt after Squid Game‘s massive success. The creator, who spent nearly a decade bringing the first season to life, was initially concerned about surpassing the first season’s success with the second and third seasons. However, he eventually found joy in the process, feeling confident in the new characters, storylines, and “original and intriguing” games he had developed. Despite the intense pressure, Dong-hyuk admitted that financial concerns also motivated him to take on the new seasons, revealing that he didn’t make much from the first season’s success.
The hard work seems to be paying off, though, as both seasons 2 and 3 are on the way. Season 2 will premiere on Netflix on December 26, 2024, with season 3 expected in 2025. Fans are undoubtedly counting down the days for more intense drama, shocking twists, and high-stakes games.