Hwang Dong-hyuk has single-handedly and unintentionally made green tracksuits a fashion statement with his creation of “Squid Game.” As this South Korean thriller gears up for its second season, a recent interview with Hwang divulges that he’s pulling the plug on Gi-hun’s story with the upcoming season 3. How dare he, you ask? Well, for this masterstroke, there seems to be a method to his madness, confirming that the conclusion feels like the “natural end point.” It’s not just about Gi-hun running out of red jumpsuit wear, apparently.
Since its premiere on Netflix in 2021, “Squid Game” has been all the rage, pulling viewers from all across the globe with its deadly twist on nostalgic childhood games. The plot revolves around players competing in seemingly innocent children’s games, with one tiny hiccup — the price of failure is death. The reward for surviving this gauntlet of gore? A whopping cash prize that could wipe out even the heaviest debt-ridden player’s financial woes. Not to worry though, as Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) is set for another gut-wrenching tryst with fate in season 2, dropping later this year.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hwang’s near completion of the editing process for season 3 sends a subtle hint — he’s like the marathon runner reaching the finish line. “I thought that we don’t need any further stories from here,” Hwang mentions, likely guaranteeing “Squid Game” veterans another sleepless night wondering how it all wraps up.
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As we eagerly await season 2’s arrival on December 26, the rapid progress on season 3 suggests it could hit Netflix by spring or summer of 2025. Or, perhaps Netflix is taking notes from its own “Rebel Moon” approach, keeping fans chewing nails in anticipation until later in the year. Either way, rest assured, the disheveled bleary-eyed look has been trending since 2021, thanks to “Squid Game,” and looks like it will stick around for a bit longer.
Stay tuned for more updates on Netflix’s grisly game of survival where childhood dreams meet adult nightmares. Until then, what’s a thrill-seeker to do? Maybe catch up on episodes and reconsider your stance on accepting mysterious invitations.
