Stop everything you’re doing right now and prepare to freeze—fresh glimpses of Squid Game Season 2 have just surfaced. The highly anticipated second season of the global sensation is currently under production in South Korea, and director Hwang Dong-hyuk is overflowing with excitement about what lies ahead. “I have a lot on my plate, but I’m committed to making it worth the wait,” Hwang assured Netflix in a December interview.
Squid Game Season 1 thrust viewers into the heart-pounding world of the eponymous deadly game, where contestants gamble their lives for a chance at a life-altering cash prize. Protagonist Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), down on his luck, took center stage in Season 1, and Season 2 promises to continue his story from the jaw-dropping finale of the first season.
“The cast and crew are putting their hearts and souls into filming the second season,” revealed executive producer Kim Ji-yeon to Netflix in December. “We hope you stay tuned and cheer us on!”
As you gear up for the next round, here’s everything you need to know about Squid Game Season 2.
When Does Squid Game Season 2 Premiere?
The new season is set to launch in 2024.
What Is Squid Game Season 2 About?
Squid Game introduced audiences to desperate contestants risking everything in a mysterious survival game for a whopping 45.6 billion won prize. Season 2 will follow hero Gi-hun as he ditches plans to head to the United States and embarks on a chase driven by a compelling motive.
Who’s in the Squid Game Season 2 Cast?
Returning favorites include Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Gong Yoo, and Wi Ha-jun. Joining them are newcomers Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, Jo Yu-ri, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Lee Jin-uk, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, and Won Ji-an, adding depth with colorful new characters.
Who Makes Squid Game Season 2?
Emmy-winning director Hwang serves as writer, director, and executive producer, having made history as the first Asian director to win Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series at the 74th Primetime Emmys. Kim Ji-yeon, CEO of Firstman Studio and executive producer, shares the pressure and excitement of delivering a captivating sequel. “We’re focused on enhancing the joy for our global audience,” Kim shared with Tudum in 2022.
Production designer Chae Kyoung-sun, still exhilarated by her Primetime Emmy win, is back on board for Season 2, aiming to recreate the magic of Squid Game.
Are There Any Squid Game Season 2 Photos?
Yes! In 2023, the cast gathered for the first table read, and now, the first photos of Season 2 have been unveiled. Get ready to catch the return of Gi-hun, the enigmatic Front Man (Lee Byung-hun), and the mysterious Recruiter (Gong Yoo), alongside a sneak peek at new character Park Gyu-young.
Where Does Squid Game Season 2 Film?
The pulse-pounding action unfolds primarily on sets in South Korea, where the intricate mysteries of Season 2 await discovery. Stay tuned to Tudum for all the latest Squid Game updates and uncover what lies ahead for your favorite heroes and villains in Season 2.
