Squid Game Season 2: Release Time, Cast, Plot, and How to Watch
Get Ready for Squid Game Season 2: Release Date and Time
The wait is over! Squid Game Season 2 premieres on Thursday, December 26, at 3 a.m. ET / midnight PT on Netflix. Fans of the record-breaking South Korean drama are set for another thrilling ride as the story takes a darker turn with Player 456 returning to the deadly arena.
What’s New in Squid Game Season 2?
- Plot Overview:
After winning the 45.6 billion won prize, Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) returns to the Squid Game arena with a new purpose: to end the deadly game and bring down the Front Man, its enigmatic mastermind. The stakes are higher, and the drama more intense as new participants join the battle for survival. - Returning Cast Members:
Familiar faces such as Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo reprise their iconic roles. - New Additions to the Cast:
Fresh faces include Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, and Choi Seung-hyun, among others, promising new twists to the narrative.
Why Only Seven Episodes in Season 2?
Season 2 will feature just seven episodes, two fewer than the first season. Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk explained that Seasons 2 and 3 were written and filmed simultaneously. The dramatic events of Episode 7 serve as a natural breakpoint before the final season, which is set to air in 2025.
How to Watch Squid Game Season 2
To catch all the episodes:
- Subscribe to Netflix with one of these plans:
- Standard with ads: $6.99/month
- Standard (no ads): $15.49/month
- Premium (no ads): $22.99/month
Awards and Achievements
The first season of Squid Game earned six Primetime Emmy Awards, including historic wins for:
- Hwang Dong-hyuk (Outstanding Directing)
- Lee Jung-jae and Lee You-mi for their performances