Squid Game, a South Korean survival drama television series created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, was officially released on Netflix.
Squid Game became Netflix's most-watched series at the time, reaching over 111 million viewers worldwide in its first 28 days.
Squid Game's popularity sparked global discussions about social inequality and inspired various merchandise, Halloween costumes, and adaptations.
Netflix announced the development of Squid Game Season 2 following the show's massive success.
Seong Gi-hun loses his job and falls into severe debt, setting the stage for his participation in the Squid Game.
Gi-hun receives a mysterious invitation to participate in a deadly survival game with a huge cash prize.
Players participate in the first game, resulting in mass elimination and shocking the participants.
Players must carve shapes out of honeycomb candy without breaking them, leading to more eliminations.
The mysterious figure overseeing the games is further revealed, emphasizing the control behind the scenes.
Participants engage in a team-based tug of war competition with high stakes.
An elderly player reveals himself as Player 001, gaining attention and sympathy.
Players pair up and play marbles against each other, leading to emotional confrontations and betrayals.
Survivors must cross a bridge made of tempered and normal glass panels, risking deadly falls.
The remaining players compete in the titular Squid Game for the grand prize.
Seong Gi-hun emerges as the winner of the deadly competition, receiving the cash prize but burdened with trauma.
Gi-hun encounters the Front Man, revealing the deeper mysteries and control over the games.
Gi-hun contemplates exposing the deadly game and its organizers.
