The wait for more of Netflix’s hit series Squid Game has fans eagerly anticipating answers to unresolved mysteries and the conclusion of Seong Gi-hun’s journey. Following the release of Squid Game 2 in December, fans won’t have to wait long for the next installment: Squid Game 3 is already in production and promises to deliver a compelling finale.
Plot Details for Squid Game 3
Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has shared intriguing details about the third and final season. The story will center on the confrontation between Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, and The Leader, Hwang In-ho.
In this season, viewers will delve deeper into Seong Gi-hun’s psychological struggles, including guilt, loss, and failure, following his return to the game in season two to stop its horrific cycle. Meanwhile, significant revelations about The Leader’s past will come to light, shedding new perspective on his role in the deadly competition.
How Many Episodes Will Season 3 Have?
While Netflix has not officially confirmed the number of episodes, speculation suggests it will feature five to six episodes. According to the Korean site OSEN, seasons two and three were slated to share a combined total of 12 to 13 episodes. Given that the second season had seven episodes, fans can expect the conclusion to comprise the remaining installments.
Confirmed Cast for Squid Game 3
The cast lineup for the final season features a mix of returning and new characters:
- Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun
- Wi Ha-joon as Hwang Jun-ho
- Lee Byung-hun as Hwang In-ho, The Leader
- Park Sung-hoon as Cho Hyun-ju
- Yang Dong-geun as Park Yong-sik
- Kang Ae-shim as Jang Geum-ja
- Oh Dal-su as Captain Park
- Jo Yu-ri as Kim Jun-hee
- Im Si-wan as Lee Myung-gi
- Kang Ha-neul as Kang Dae-ho
Premiere Date for Squid Game 3
Netflix Korea recently unveiled the official trailer for Squid Game 3, announcing its release date: June 27, 2025.
Potential Squid Game Spin-Offs
Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has hinted at the possibility of spin-offs focusing on secondary characters or unexplored events. One potential storyline could cover the three-year gap between the first and second seasons, delving into the roles of characters like Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) and the Recruiter (Gong Yoo).
Dong-hyuk has also expressed interest in exploring the lives of the masked guards. A deeper look into their backstories and personal struggles could add complexity to the Squid Game universe, offering fans new perspectives on the brutal games.
What is Squid Game About?
Rooted in the high-stakes survival genre inspired by Japanese Battle Royale manga, Squid Game delivers a gripping tale of desperation. The series follows Seong Gi-hun, a man mired in debt, who is drawn into the 33rd Squid Game after winning a Ddakji game in a subway station. Alongside hundreds of other desperate participants, he competes in a series of deadly children’s games in pursuit of a life-changing prize.
With season three promising to close out the story on a high note and the possibility of spin-offs in the works, the Squid Game phenomenon shows no signs of fading.