- Squid Game Season 3 will be released on June 27, 2025.
- Squid Game Season 2 ended on a cliffhanger, and Season 3 will tell us what happened to Gi-hun while continuing the game.
- Squid Game Season 3 will also bring back characters from Season 2 who survived the games.
Squid Game Season 2 ended on a massive cliffhanger with Gi-Hun and his allies fighting for their life amidst the rebellion. In season 2, we saw the deaths of multiple characters and games, but Gi-Hun’s story has not ended yet. Squid Game Season 3 is on the horizon, and it will be the final season of the TV show. With teasers and trailers already out for the third season, we cannot hold our excitement. Here is everything about Squid Game Season 3, including release date, cast members, and possible games we can see in the season finale.
When Does Squid Game Season 3 Come Out?
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Squid Game Season 3 will release on June 27, 2025 . The date was announced shortly after the conclusion of Season 2. While the return was highly anticipated, the quick turnaround caught many fans by surprise, especially since it’s arriving just six months after Season 2 wrapped up. The reason behind this early release lies in the fact that much of the filming for Squid Game Season 3 was already underway even before Season 2 saw its release. The level of planning and effort that went into this production is truly commendable.
At What Time Will Squid Game Season 3 Release?
Squid Game Season 3 will be out on Netflix on June 27, 2025, at 3 AM EST or 12.30 PM IST. While it is not official yet, we expect all episodes of Squid Game Season 3 to drop at the same time, like it did for season 2.
How Many Episodes Will There Be in Squid Game Season 3?
Squid Game Season 3 will have 6 episodes, as revealed by Netflix officially. This will make it one episode shorter than the last season, which had seven episodes in total.
Is There a Trailer For Squid Game Season 3?
During the Netflix TUDUM event , we finally got the first official trailer for Squid Game Season 3. While it does offer glimpses of what’s in store, it smartly holds back on major plot details. What we can tell is that there will be some new, intense, and deadly games this time around. And since this is said to be the final chapter in the Squid Game saga, the story really needs to stick the landing. So, let’s see how it all plays out.
What Will Be the Cast of Squid Game Season 3?
Squid Game Season 3 will feature almost the same cast from the previous season, as the games are still ongoing and there’s little room for introducing entirely new characters at this stage. Lee Jung-jae is set to return as Gi-hun, since his character was spared by the Frontman. Alongside him, we’ll once again see Lee Byung-hun reprise his role as the mysterious and menacing Frontman.
Park Gyu-young will be back as Kang No-eul, and Park Sung-hoon is expected to return as Hyun-ju, who was last seen pinned in the barracks—her survival seems highly likely. Additionally, Wi Ha-joon will also return as Jun-ho, continuing his subplot that’s yet to fully unfold.
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Squid Game executive producer and director Hwang Dong-hyuk has confirmed that the fight between Frontman and Gi-Hun will continue in Season 3 in an emotional letter to fans. He has also confirmed that Squid Game Season 3 will be the finale of the series.
Which Players Survived Squid Game Season 2?
Squid Game Season 2 ended with a high body count, and with so many players dropping like flies, it’s easy to lose track of who’s still standing. Leading the pack, of course, is our main man Gi-Hun (Player 456), who survived the chaos and is set to return in Season 3. Alongside him, a handful of new faces also made it out alive: Hyun-ju (Player 120), Geum-ja (Player 149), Yong-sik (Player 007), and Jun-hee (Player 222).
Now, whether you love them or hate them, these survivors are officially in the cast of Squid Game Season 3. So, let’s buckle up and see where the story takes them next. Below is a list of all the surviving players confirmed for Squid Game Season 3 .
- Gi-Hun (Player 456)
- Hyun-ju (Player 120)
- Geum-ja (Player 149)
- Yong-sik (Player 007)
- Jun-hee (Player 222)
- Dae-ho (Player 388)
- Seon-nyeo (Player 044)
- Myung-gi (Player 333)
Will Thanos Appear in Squid Game Season 3?
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Even though he was one of the most disliked characters in Squid Game Season 2, many fans are still wondering if Thanos will return in Season 3. In the previous season, he was responsible for the deaths of several players, making him one of the most controversial figures in the show. With fan theories gaining traction online, the buzz got loud enough for director Hwang Dong-hyuk to step in and clear the air.
He confirmed that Thanos won’t be returning as a character in Season 3, but his presence will still be felt. According to fan speculation, Thanos might appear as a hallucination haunting Nam-gyu, who watched him die. Whether that theory holds any weight is something we’ll just have to wait and see.
Which Games Will We See in Squid Game Season 3?
Since the trailer for Squid Game Season 3 has been released already, we have an idea about what games we will see in the final season. As per the clips and trailer, Squid Game Season 3 will feature the following games:
- Red Light, Green Light (with a twist)
- Gumball Machine Game
- Jump Rope Game
- Lights Out
- A hidden game ( as hinted by the Director )
- Squid Game
What Could Be the Plot of Squid Game Season 3?
Given how many twists and turns Squid Game is known for, predicting the exact plot of Season 3 is no easy task. That said, there are a few threads we can follow to make some educated guesses. First off, the storyline involving Jun-ho and his team searching for the island is still very much unresolved. Now that we know the captain of Jun-ho’s boat is actually a mole, that arc is definitely one to keep an eye on.
Then there’s Gi-hun—while the Frontman didn’t kill him, his fate remains uncertain even though he is confirmed to be alive. With the games far from over, what’s next for him? We’ll have to wait and find out.
Will Squid Game End with Season 3?
Yes, Squid Game Season 3 will be the final season of the TV show. It has been confirmed for a long time that there will be a total of 3 seasons. Recently, the director of the popular TV show has also confirmed that Squid Game Season 3 will be the last season.
Will There Be a Squid Game Season 4?
Now, we all know that Squid Game Season 3 isn’t even out yet, and still, fans are already wondering if there’s going to be a Season 4. Well, if you’re one of those fans, I’ve got some news that might sting a little. In a recent update, Squid Game director Hwang Dong-hyuk confirmed that Season 3 will mark the end of the main storyline, and as of now, he has no plans for a Season 4.
That said, he’s not completely closing the door on the franchise—he did mention the possibility of exploring spinoffs set in the Squid Game universe. So let’s keep our fingers crossed and hope there’s still more to come from this twisted and brilliant world.
Yes, Squid Game Season 3 is set to release on June 27, 2025.
No, it is now confirmed that Squid Game will not have a Season 4, and the story will conclude with the upcoming third season.
No, Squid Game is not based on a true story and is entirely a work of fiction.
Shashank Shakya is an entertainment writer at Beebom. He has completed his Bachelors (Honors) in English Literature and is a published author. Shashank boasts incomparable knowledge about the Marvel and DC universe, along with other branches of entertainment with substantial experience in the field of writing.
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- Squid Game: America will begin filming on February 26, 2026.
- This update came to us via a listing made on the Film and Television Industry Alliance, where David Fincher is also listed as the director.
- As of now, we don’t have a tentative release date for Squid Game: America
Netflix has given us probably the most successful battle royale show of all time with Squid Game, and it might have been slightly disappointing for fans to watch it end with its final season. Even though the series has come to an end, the Game will live on with its spinoffs, and the first one in line is none other than the much-anticipated spinoff set in the USA, titled Squid Game: America is now confirmed to begin filming in 2026, and here is everything you need to know about this update.
Squid Game: America to Start Filming in February 2026
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It has come to light that Squid Game: America is set to begin filming in February 2026, in Los Angeles . This reveal came to us via a listing on the Film and Television Industry Alliance website , where a filming date is mentioned to be February 26, 2026.
The listing of the TV show includes several names, including David Fincher listed as the director, original Squid Game director Hwang Dong-hyuk, and producer Kim Ji-yeon as producers, Dennis Kelly as screenwriter, and the only cast member mentioned on the webpage as of now is Cate Blanchett, whom we saw in the Squid Game finale post-credit scene . The new webpage also comes with a brief description that reads-
“A US version of the Korean hit series, the spinoff is set in the same world but we get to see how the games are handled in America.”
So, as of now, the only thing we know is that this series will pick up exactly where the final season of Squid Game ended, where we saw the recruiter, played by Cate Blanchett, playing ddakji with a man. It’s hard to say if we will see any returning characters with this one.
Shashank Shakya is an entertainment writer at Beebom. He has completed his Bachelors (Honors) in English Literature and is a published author. Shashank boasts incomparable knowledge about the Marvel and DC universe, along with other branches of entertainment with substantial experience in the field of writing.
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Squid Game was the first survival TV show to become hugely popular in 2021. It quickly surpassed even the most popular shows on Netflix and became the most-watched series on the platform. Now that the saga has ended on a tear-jerking note, I’m pretty sure there are fans who would want to know what other shows have the audacity to give the same feel. Well, here, I’ve listed five of the best TV Shows like Squid Game that can fill the void.
1. Alice in Borderland
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- Release Date: December 10, 2020
- Director: Shinsuke Sato
- Cast: Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya, Nijirō Murakami, Ayaka Miyoshi, Aya Asahina, Dori Sakurada, Sho Aoyagi, Riisa Naka, Yuri Tsunematsu, Hayato Isomura
Alice in Borderland is one of the must-watch shows for everyone who liked Squid Game. Despite boasting a different narrative style and themes, this survival thriller drama series shares way more similarities with Squid Game than any other show in existence.
Like Squid Game, Alice in Borderland also forces its characters to participate in deadly games. However, the only difference here is that the one to survive in the Squid Game will go home with the huge cash prize that will give them financial freedom, while in Alice in Borderland, the characters get to extend their visas by winning the game. Squid Game makes players play some childhood games with deadly twists, and Alice in Borderland makes its characters go through some of the most complex games that test their intellect, physical strength, decision-making, and more.
Alice in Borderland Season 1 was released before the pilot season of Squid Game, but it didn’t receive the initial traction it deserved due to a lack of marketing. However, the success of Squid Game popularized the genre, and AIB got the attention it deserved. It has blessed us with two seasons so far, and the third season is set to be released on September 25, 2025.
2. The 8 Show
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- Release Date: May 17, 2024
- Director: Han Jae-rim
- Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Chun Woo-hee, Park Jeong-min, Lee Yul-eum, Park Hae-joon, Lee Joo-young, Moon Jeong-hee, Bae Seong-woo
In Squid Game, we see 456 players forced to play the life-or-death games; on the other side, The 8 Show features only eight players who must do everything to win the game of survival. With each round, they are rewarded with more time to live. Both TV shows shed light on wealth disparity and human desperation. They particularly illustrate what extreme pressure does to an ordinary person.
The thriller series was released in 2024 and mostly garnered positive reviews. It also remained on Netflix’s Top 10 chart for three consecutive weeks.
3. Death’s Game
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- Release Date: December 15, 2023
- Director: Ha Byung-hoon
- Cast: Seo In-guk, Park So-dam
Death’s Game and Squid Game are polar opposites, but again, it is a television series that comes from a South Korean production, and it also explores themes of societal pressure, survival, and morality. When the main protagonist Choi Yee-jae loses all hope and tries to commit suicide, Death itself stops him.
The invisible supernatural entity then punishes him by giving him 12 chances to live his life. If he fails to survive in even one of his lives, he will be sent to hell, and if he prevents his death, even if in his one lifetime, he can continue living his ordinary life.
4. All Of Us Are Dead
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- Release Date: January 28, 2022
- Director: Lee Jae-kyoo and Kim Nam-soo
- Cast: Park Ji-hu, Yoon Chan-young, Cho Yi-hyun, Lomon
Regardless, All of Us Are Dead and Squid Game are both set in Korea, which allows international fans to become familiar with the country’s culture.
5. 3%
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- Release Date: November 25, 2016
- Director: César Charlone, Daina Giannecchini, Dani Libardi, Jotagá Crema, Philippe Barcinski
- Cast: João Miguel, Bianca Comparato, Michel Gomes, Rodolfo Valente, Cynthia Senek, Vaneza Oliveira, Rafael Lozano, Viviane Porto
The first season of 3% was released in 2016, and it was the first Portuguese-language original television series on Netflix. Like Squid Game, this series also explored the themes of classism, wealth disparity, and survival.
3% takes place in a dystopian world that is divided into two parts: ‘Inland’ and ‘Offshore’. The former side includes the poor class, while the latter consists of the elite. So, the 20-year-olds of the Inshore are pushed to go through some tests that will decide their fate. Only 3% who pass the tests get to join the rich, while the ones who fail stay behind to spend their lives in poverty and face dire situations.
Aparna is a Senior Entertainment Writer at Beebom with 4 years of experience in the industry. Specializing in Jujutsu Kaisen and everything horror, she brings in-depth insights and a passion for storytelling to her coverage. Recently, she has interviewed Abby Trott, the voice actress behind Demon Slayer’s Nezuko and Dandadan’s Momo. She has also interviewed Adam McArthur, the one to voice Yuji Itadori in JJK, delivering exclusive content for fans. Previously, she contributed her expertise to some notable publications including Sportskeeda, Dexerto, and Forever Geek, honing her craft in entertainment journalism.
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