Season 2 of “Squid Game” is a condensed seven episodes, ending on a cliffhanger before the arrival of Season 3 — also the conclusion to the series — in late 2025. The world of “Squid Game” could continue to expand following the show’s conclusion, as reports have circulated that David Fincher could direct an English-language spinoff for Netflix.

Squid Game Season 2 has the biggest debut ever for a web series on the streaming service, leaving behind the competition. Carry-On was the number one English film for the third consecutive week, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3's OTT debut opened in second place.

Netflix released a poster and teaser on its social media pages, announcing the premiere of Squid Game 3 on Wednesday (January 1). The posts captured the attention of millions of K-drama fans worldwide. Although a few followers of the drama series were eager to get the details about the new sequel, several netizens were not happy with the news.