Get ready to dive back into the game, as Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) is all set for action.
The new teaser for Squid Game Season 2 gives fans a thrilling glimpse into what’s coming. Released during Geeked Week 2024, it shows the familiar pink soldiers gearing up, Front Man stepping into command, and Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) looking uneasy in his 456 tracksuit.
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, excited about the upcoming season premiering on Dec. 26, shared, “I do have a lot on my shoulders, but I’ll make sure it’s worth the wait,” in an interview with Netflix last year.
In Season 1, we saw citizens risking their lives in deadly games for a huge cash prize. The story continues with Gi-hun after his shocking choices at the end of the first season.
Fans can’t wait to see how this unfolds.
Executive producer Kim Ji-yeon expressed her excitement, “The cast and the crew are truly pouring their hearts and souls into filming the second season,” she said, urging fans to stay tuned and support them.
For those eager to know more, keep reading for all the details about Season 2 of Squid Game.
When does Squid Game Season 2 Premiere?
The new season premieres on Dec. 26.
What is Squid Game Season 2 about?
The official synopsis reveals, “Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up going to the States and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game, starting another life-or-death game with new participants gathered to win the prize of 45.6 billion won.”
Who’s in the Squid Game Season 2 cast?
Returning faces include Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo. Newcomers Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Lee Jin-uk, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, Jo Yu-ri, and Won Ji-an join as fresh characters.
Who makes Squid Game Season 2?
Hwang, an Emmy winner, is back as writer, director, and executive producer. He made history as the first Asian director to win an Emmy for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series. In a letter to fans in June 2022, he hinted at what’s to come. Produced by Firstman Studio, with Kim Ji-yeon as CEO and executive producer, there’s immense pressure to surpass Season 1’s success. Kim noted, “We’re focusing on how to make it even more joyful to the global audience.”
Production designer Chae Kyoung-sun, reflecting on her Emmy win, shared her excitement about being part of Season 2 again.
Are there any Squid Game Season 2 photos?
Yes! Photos from the first table read in 2023 were shared, and now new images show the return of Gi-hun, Front Man, and Recruiter, plus a first look at a new character played by Park Gyu-young.
Can I watch more footage from Squid Game Season 2?
Yes, you can! See Gi-hun suit back up as Player 456 in the video below.
Where does Squid Game Season 2 film?
The main set is located in South Korea.
Is Squid Game coming back after Season 2?
Yes, more Squid Game is on the way. Director Hwang confirms Season 3 is coming in 2025 and will be the series’ last. For more information, visit here for updates.
Meanwhile, watch Squid Game Season 1, now streaming on Netflix.