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[12/04/24 - 07:31 AM]
Netflix Unveils All New "Squid Game" Merchandise and Brand Collaborations Ahead of Season 2
"Bringing Season 2 to life through new lifestyle products, in-person experiences and more has been just as exciting as watching Squid Game for the first time," said Josh Simon, Vice President of Consumer Products, Netflix.

[11/26/24 - 03:01 PM]
Video: New Games, New Stakes - "Squid Game" Season 2 Main Trailer and Key Art "Round and Round" Unveiled
With its premiere just around the corner on December 26, the trailer delivers an electrifying glimpse into the deadly games and gripping character dynamics that await fans worldwide.

[11/21/24 - 10:01 AM]
Netflix Brings "Squid Game" to Los Angeles with Immersive Fan Event & US Premiere Set for December 12th, 2024
The interactive event, which will give fans a chance to compete for their seat at an exclusive advance screening, will feature director Hwang Dong-hyuk, Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, and more cast members from Season 2.

[11/19/24 - 09:01 AM]
Netflix's "Squid Game: Unleashed" Arrives December 17
"Squid Game: Unleashed" arrives just in time for the return of "Squid Game Season 2" which hits Netflix on December 26.

[11/19/24 - 06:01 AM]
Netflix Showcases New and Returning International Series and Films
"Great stories can come from anywhere." That was Bela Bajaria's, Netflix Chief Content Officer, message at the company's first International Showcase on Monday.

[11/01/24 - 11:19 PM]
Development Update: Week of October 28-November 1
Updates include: David Fincher spearheading U.S. take on "Squid Game"; HBO's "Game of Thrones" eyes feature film; and Jon Stewart to continue on "The Daily Show" through 2025.

[10/31/24 - 12:01 PM]
Video: "Squid Game" Season 2 - Official Teaser - Netflix
Heralding the return of the worldwide hit, a new chapter unfolds as Gi-hun comes back with an agenda, having given up on leaving for the US.

[10/08/24 - 07:31 AM]
First Look at "Squid Game: The Experience," Opening This Friday, October 11 in New York City at the Manhattan Mall
Fans and thrill-seekers alike are invited to step into the immersive "Squid Game: The Experience," and face the on-screen challenges in-person, testing their skills and strategy in heart-pounding Games inspired by the series.

[09/19/24 - 08:37 PM]
Geeked Week 2024 Culminates with First-Ever Live In-Person Event
Other spotlighted titles include "Cobra Kai," "Devil May Cry," "Don't Move," "The Eternaut," "It's What's Inside," "Magic: The Gathering," "The Platform 2," "Sakamoto Days," "The Sandman," "Stranger Things," "Splinter Cell: Deathwatch," "Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft," "The Umbrella Academy," and "Wednesday."

[09/19/24 - 07:14 PM]
Video: Netflix's "Squid Game" Season 2 Special Teaser Debuted at Geeked Week Live
Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up going to the states and comes back with a new resolution in his mind.

[09/18/24 - 03:16 PM]
Geeked Week 2024: All the News and Sneak Peeks from Day 3
"One Piece," "Don't Move," "Twilight of the Gods," "The Dragon Prince" and "Squid Game" are the featured titles.

[08/13/24 - 05:01 AM]
"Squid Game: The Experience" Is Coming to New York City
Now individual players, as well as groups, can experience the challenges and enjoy the competitive thrill in-person at the Netflix immersive adventure opening in New York City this October 11.

[08/11/24 - 03:01 PM]
Video: "Squid Game" Season 2 - Welcome Players - Netflix
Heralding the return of the worldwide hit, a new chapter unfolds as Gi-hun comes back with an agenda, having given up on leaving for the US.

[07/31/24 - 04:01 PM]
Netflix's "Squid Game" Season 2 to Premiere on December 26; Director Hwang Dong-hyuk Shares News About the Series Future
Today, Netflix announced that Season 2 will premiere on December 26, 2024 and that the final season is coming in 2025.

[05/23/24 - 10:01 AM]
Netflix: What We Watched the Second Half of 2023
Today the streamer published its second edition of "What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report," capturing Netflix viewership from July to December 2023.

[05/15/24 - 12:32 PM]
Netflix Upfront 2024: The Year of Growth and Momentum
Two new dramas will also be coming to Netflix: "The Waterfront" from Kevin Williamson, an adult family drama set in a small coastal town with twists and turns inspired by true events, and a contemporary cowboy saga starring Tim McGraw.

[03/13/24 - 02:01 PM]
Next on Netflix Germany - Netflix Presents Upcoming Film and Series Highlights Live in Berlin
Accompanied by scenes from brand new films and series, previously unpublished behind-the-scenes material, and interviews with filmmakers and other creators, the audience in attendance was able to get a comprehensive picture of the upcoming slate.

[02/05/24 - 04:01 PM]
Returning Favorites and Electrifying Surprises: All the Must-Watch K-Content to Add to Your List in 2024
This year's slate features world-class titles, returning beloved series, films that run the gamut of genres, and a wide range of unscripted shows.

[02/01/24 - 06:18 AM]
First Look - "Squid Game" Season 2 Will Premiere Globally in 2024, Only on Netflix
Netflix's mega-hit series is set to make a triumphant return this year, and the world is buzzing with anticipation.

[02/01/24 - 05:59 AM]
Video: Next on Netflix 2024: The Series & Films Preview
In 2024, get ready for what's next... on Netflix.

[12/05/23 - 10:20 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Nov. 27: "Leo" and "Squid Game: The Challenge" Hold Onto the Top Spots
Fans went under the knife with Season 1 of "Bad Surgeon: Love Under the Knife" which debuted on the English TV List at #2 with 7.4M views.

[09/22/23 - 05:01 AM]
Video: "Squid Game: The Challenge" - Official Teaser - Netflix
456 real players will enter the competition show in pursuit of a life-changing reward of USD $4.56 million.

[06/28/23 - 05:03 PM]
"Squid Game" Season 2: Final Cast Unveiled
From rising stars to veteran actors, the ensemble cast boasts a diverse range of talent and experiences.

[06/17/23 - 05:01 PM]
Netflix Celebrates the Fans at Tudum: A Global Fan Event Live from Sao Paulo
The streamer shared breaking news, exclusive first looks, trailers and clips, in addition to appearances from the creators and stars behind your favorite Netflix series, films and games.

[09/24/22 - 12:02 PM]
Tudum Recap: Everything You Missed from Our Show from Latin America
Host Maite Perroni welcomed fans to Tudum and immediately kicked off the Latin American portion of the show with a first look at her intense new series "Triada."

[09/24/22 - 11:39 AM]
Tudum Recap: Everything You Missed from Our Show from the United States and Europe
Highlights include premiere dates for "The Crown" (November 9), "Emily in Paris" (December 21) and "Witcher: Blood Origin" (December 25).

[09/23/22 - 07:33 PM]
Tudum Recap: Everything You Missed from Our Show from Korea
Highlights include "Squid Game" director Hwang Dong-hyuk sharing an unreleased clip from Season 1.

[06/21/22 - 12:13 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of June 13: "Hustle" Remains the English Films Champ, "Squid Game" Re-Enters the Non-English TV List
After four weeks, "Stranger Things 4" remained in the top spot on the English TV List with 102.26M hours viewed and appeared in the Top 10 in 93 countries.

[06/14/22 - 10:46 AM]
Netflix Greenlights "Squid Game: The Challenge" Reality Competition Series
With both the largest cast and lump sum cash prize in reality TV history, 456 real players will enter the game in pursuit of a life-changing reward of $4.56 million.

[06/12/22 - 09:01 AM]
"Squid Game" Season 2 - A Whole New Round Is Coming
On your marks. Get set. Greenlight. "Squid Game" continues, only on Netflix.

[04/05/22 - 01:34 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Mar 28: "Bridgerton" Breaks Weekly English TV Record; "The Adam Project" Moves Up the Most Popular List
For the second week in a row, Season 2 of "Bridgerton" took the crown with an astounding 251.74M hours viewed, breaking the record for the most viewed title in a week on the English TV list.

[01/20/22 - 11:22 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, January 20
Updates include: Netflix confirms "Squid Game" to return for second season; NBC gives status on off-cycle pilots; and ABC's "Pooch Perfect," NBC's "Small Fortune" among latest unscripted cancellations.

[12/07/21 - 11:36 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Nov. 29: "The Power of the Dog" Debuts as #1 Film as We Say Goodbye to the Professor and the Robinsons
"Money Heist" the Spanish heist story from Alex Pina that has taken the world by storm, racked in a staggering 189.92M hours.

[11/23/21 - 03:05 PM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of Nov. 15: "Red Notice", "Arcane", "Just Short of Perfect" and "Hellbound" Top the Lists
Two new series took the #1 slots this week, in both English and Non-English lists: "Arcane" with 38.42M hours viewed and Korean horror series "Hellbound" rose above "Squid Game" with 43.48M hours viewed.

[10/19/21 - 03:01 PM]
Netflix Details Its Top 10 Series & Films to Date in Hours Viewed
The streaming service will shift to reporting on hours viewed rather than the number of accounts that choose to watch them.

[10/12/21 - 03:01 PM]
"Squid Game" Has Officially Reached 111 Million Fans
Netflix confirms the drama is its biggest series launch ever.

[09/01/21 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "Squid Game" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits - with deadly high stakes.

[08/10/21 - 05:01 PM]
Video: "Squid Game" - Date Announcement - Netflix
Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits - with deadly high stakes.

[02/24/21 - 08:16 PM]
Riding the K-Wave, Netflix Spotlights Stories Made in Korea and Watched by the World
Upcoming Korean dramas include "The Silent Sea," "Squid Game," and "Kingdom: Ashin of the North."

[03/10/20 - 07:09 PM]
Netflix Confirms Casting of Lee Jung-jae and Park Hae-soo for New Original Series "Round Six"
"Round Six" depicts a story of people who decide to become the players of a mysterious survival game that has a whopping 40-million-dollar prize at stake.

[09/04/19 - 10:24 PM]
Netflix Announces 10+ Original Series Made with Korea Creators at the 2019 Asia TV Drama Conference
Highlights include the second seasons of "Busted" and "Kingdom."

[09/01/19 - 06:38 PM]
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk to Produce New Korean Original Series, "Round Six"
The series is a story of people who fail at life for various reasons, but suddenly receive a mysterious invitation to participate in a survival game to win ten million US dollars.







SQUID GAME (NETFLIX)
Returns Thursday, December 26
BROADCAST HISTORY:
9/17/21 - ???
STATUS:
returning this winter (yet to premiere)
TIME SLOT:
thursdays from 3:01 AM-4:00 AM EST
CURRENT SEASON:
2 (??? episodes)
VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEB SITE
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Season 3 (its final, in advance of Season 2) ordered on 7/31/24
DESCRIPTION:
(from Netflix's web site, September 2021) Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits — with deadly high stakes.
PRINCIPAL CAST INFORMATION:
· Lee Jung-jae as Gi-hun
· Park Hae-soo as Sang-woo
CREW INFORMATION:
· Hwang Dong-hyuk as DIR/WRTR
GENRE(S):
· drama
STUDIO INFORMATION:
· Siren Pictures