On Monday, Netflix confirmed that a second season of its most popular show, Squid Game, will air.
Hwang Dong-hyuk, the creator of Squid Game, made the announcement in a letter:
It took 12 years to bring the first season of Squid Game to life last year. But it took 12 days for Squid Game to become the most popular Netflix series ever. As the writer, director, and producer of Squid Game, a huge shout out to fans around the world. Thank you for watching and loving our show.
And now, Gi-hun returns. The Front Man returns. Season 2 is coming. The man in the suit with the ddakji might be back. You’ll also be introduced to Young-hee’s boyfriend, Cheol-su.
Join us once more for a whole new round.
So far, Netflix has not given an official release date.
Hwang had previously confirmed that a new season was being planned back in November. He told the Associated Press: “There’s been so much pressure, so much demand and so much love for a second season. So I almost feel like you leave us no choice! But I will say there will indeed be a second season. It’s in my head right now. I’m in the planning process currently. But I do think it’s too early to say when and how that’s going to happen.”
Additionally, Hwang confirmed that Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), the popular protagonist, would make a return in season two.
Squid game is a Korean survival drama that tackles the story of in-debt Koreans forced to play children’s games to the death for the chance at paying off their debts. It first premiered in September of last year and became Netflix’s most popular original series, holding the number one spot for four weeks straight.
Did you watch Squid Game when it came out? Let us know in the comments below if you’re excited for a new season!
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