Since the release of Season 2 on December 26, the burning question among viewers has been whether there will be a Season 3. The shocking conclusion of Season 2 has left fans full of excitement and anticipation. Amid growing curiosity, details about “Squid Game” Season 3 are gradually coming to light.
Will season 3 surpass season 2?
First of all, the third season of “Squid Game” has been confirmed. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk expressed great confidence in the third season.
In a recent interview with AP, when asked “The second season of ‘Squid Game’ has already been nominated for a Golden Globe, which is a good sign. Can you tell us something about the third season of ‘Squid Game’?“, he replied confidently, “It’s better than season two.” This statement is not a simple promotional speech but reflects his deep confidence in the project. Hwang further joked: “I’m afraid to talk about it, but it’s a movie set 10-20 years in the future. It’s darker than “Squid Game”. It will be quite cruel, quite sad, but at the same time quite bizarre and funny.“
Interestingly, seasons 2 and 3 were written and filmed at the same time. During editing, Hwang decided to divide the content into two separate seasons. In an interview with Korean media, he shared: “After episode 7, the tone changes completely, so after much discussion with Netflix, we decided to split the series.”
Season 2 consists of seven episodes, and season 3 is reportedly in post-production, also planned as a seven-episode series. “Squid Game 3” is scheduled for release in the first half of next year.
Resistance and humanity by Seong Gi-hun
The second season follows Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), who re-enters the game to stop it. He embarks on a reckless resistance to protect human dignity and fight for a better world. His main adversary is Front Man, and their intense rivalry centers on conflicting beliefs about humanity.
Korean cultural elements remain prominent this season, with traditional plays like “Red Light, Green Light” and “Ddakji” reinvented for modern audiences, adding further intrigue. Additionally, the expanded character arcs and new game rules are significant highlights. Critics have widely praised Season 2 for its engaging content, and many predict it will match or even surpass Season 1’s impact.
Controversies about the second season and expectations for the third
However, the decision to leave many questions unanswered in the second season and postpone them to the third season sparked some controversy. While the build-up of tension and engaging storytelling were praised, some viewers felt that the season played out more like a teaser for the next installment. This narrative structure has been a polarizing aspect among fans.
However, anticipation for season three is at an all-time high. The intense plot and psychological battles of the second season have only amplified the expectations for the next chapter. Whether Hwang Dong-hyuk can create a masterpiece that surpasses his predecessors remains to be seen, but the world is watching closely.
