Squid Game Season 2 Breaks Records
The release of Squid Game Season 2 has exceeded expectations, with the new episodes achieving the most successful start of all time on Netflix. The show has remained at number 1 in the current top ten since its release on December 26th, with over 68 million views in the first week and now over 120 million views on the streaming platform.
The success of Squid Game Season 2 has proven wrong those who thought interest in the series had waned after three years of waiting for the new season. Fans of the show won’t have to wait long for the next installment, as Seasons 2 and 3 were produced back-to-back and will be released in quick succession.
Why is Squid Game so successful?
Squid Game’s success can be attributed to its unique blend of social criticism and creative, albeit brutal, ideas. The show’s creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, aimed to create a criticism of capitalism and raise moral questions, allowing viewers to empathize with the characters. The show’s colorful suits and exciting twists have also contributed to its popularity.
The participants in the “Squid Game” are treated inhumanely due to their debts and marginalization in society. The show’s moral compass, Gi-hun, struggles with his own ambitions to finish the games at all costs, making for a compelling narrative.
Main character Gi-hun is the moral compass in this season. But also struggles with his own ambitions to finish the games at all costs.
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How did Season 2 come about?
The plot of Squid Game was initially completed with Season 1, but due to the open ending and the show’s incredible success on Netflix, the streaming service asked Hwang Dong-hyuk to produce a sequel. Hwang agreed, as he had earned little from the first season and had ideas for a second season.
When are new episodes coming?
The biggest criticism of Season 2 is its abrupt end, which seems more like a season 2.1 than a fully completed storyline. However, fans of the show won’t have to wait long for the next installment, as Seasons 2 and 3 were produced back-to-back. New episodes are expected to be released in summer 2025, with a leaked release date of June 27th, although this is not confirmed.