Netflix has officially unveiled the highly anticipated third season of "Squid Game" with an intriguing teaser poster and video, confirming that the next chapter of this gripping series will hit screens this year. On Thursday, Netflix's official account posted, "Younghee and Cheolsu. The childhood games have merely scratched the surface. Brace yourselves for 'Squid Game' Season 3, arriving in 2025," accompanied by a brief, teasing clip that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The teaser video spotlighted Younghee, the iconic robotic doll synonymous with the series, standing alongside Cheolsu, who made a startling return in the post-credit scene of Season 2's dramatic finale. This unexpected pairing ignited a frenzy of excitement among the loyal fanbase. Additionally, a poster revealing Younghee and Cheolsu staring intently into the horizon was unveiled, further heightening the public's intrigue and anticipation.
Following its release on December 26, Season 2 of "Squid Game" soared to the top of Netflix's global Top 10 TV Series list in 93 countries. With the announcement of Season 3, the collective thirst for the continuation of this captivating saga has reached fever pitch.
Earlier, Director Hwang Dong-hyuk had subtly hinted in an interview with Variety that the new season might grace our screens in the summer or fall of 2025. In an intriguing twist, Netflix Korea briefly uploaded a YouTube video titled "Squid Game Season 3 Coming in 2025," which carried the descriptive tagline "Watch 'Squid Game' on Netflix starting June 27." However, the video was subsequently made private, sparking rampant speculation about the precise release date.
Season 2 of "Squid Game" saw Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) return to the perilous games, fueled by a burning desire for revenge. He engages in a tense, high-stakes confrontation with the enigmatic Front Man (portrayed by Lee Byung-hun) as the lethal games resume with even greater stakes and intensity.