Fans are buzzing with excitement over ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 after Netflix Korea accidentally leaked its release date. Since its 2021 debut, this South Korean thriller has hooked viewers worldwide with its intense survival games and sharp social commentary.
Season 2, which dropped on December 26, 2024, kept the hype alive with new characters, shocking twists, and even crazier games. And just as everyone was catching their breath from the wild ride of Season 2, Netflix stirred things up again, teasing the final season and leaving fans eager for more.
Netflix Korea Leak Reveals ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 Release Date—The Final Season Is Coming Out on June 27, 2025
The leak occurred in a teaser video on Netflix Korea’s official YouTube channel, featuring Young-hee, the infamous doll from the “Red Light, Green Light” game, and a new character, Chul-su. The teaser hinted at exciting updates and included a release date for Season 3: June 27, 2025.
Even though the video was instantly removed, fans were quick to grab screenshots and share them everywhere, making the leaked date go viral. Now, the unexpected reveal has fans more hyped than ever as they count down the months to the series’ big finale.
Season 2 of ‘Squid Game’ smashed records with 68 million views in its first week and took the top spot on Netflix in 92 countries. The seven episodes dove deeper into the deadly game, ending with a massive cliffhanger that left fans dying for answers.
And if that wasn’t enough, the mid-credits scene introduced Cheol-su, Young-hee’s male counterpart, teasing even more twists for next season. Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has confirmed the final season will tackle these storylines head-on, giving us some long-awaited answers and raising the stakes for Seong Gi-hun.
In a recent interview, Hwang spilled some exciting details about what’s coming in Season 3. The new season dives into Gi-hun’s journey as he deals with some heavy losses and setbacks. Hwang hinted that we’ll see Gi-hun at a turning point, wrestling with choices that could completely shift his mission.
Plus, we’re finally getting more on the mysterious Front Man, Hwang In-ho, and his backstory. This deeper look is set to bring even more emotion to the show’s intense drama.
Cheol-su Joins the Game: ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 Teaser Sparks Fan Theories
Everyone say hi to Chul-su 👋 Squid Game 3 coming 2025. pic.twitter.com/hCgNexjJbC
— Netflix (@netflix) January 1, 2025
Season 3 is cranking up the excitement with the introduction of Cheol-su, who’s shaping up to be as unforgettable as his counterpart, Young-hee. The teaser and poster dropped on New Year’s Day, featuring the two dolls in a creepy face-off that’s already setting the stage for some serious chills. Fans are buzzing with theories about the new games and challenges in store, and it looks like ‘Squid Game’ is ready to take its wild twists and intense trials to a whole new level.
They filmed Seasons 2 and 3 back-to-back, which is why the gap between their releases is pretty short. The show’s complex storyline made this a smart move. Originally planned as one season, they split it up to dive deeper into the characters and themes, and it’s clearly worked, with Season 2 being a massive hit and everyone hyped for the next one. Netflix’s strategy has kept ‘Squid Game’ front and center, keeping fans hooked and excited.
THANOS ON T.OP. #SquidGame2 pic.twitter.com/Qms4GaVO5K
— Netflix (@netflix) December 28, 2024
Season 2 brought in a bunch of new faces, with Yim Si-wan (Myung-gi/Player 333), Kang Ha-neul (Dae-ho/Player 388), and Park Sung-hoon (Hyun-ju/Player 120) delivering standout performances that added fresh energy to the show. Their scenes with familiar characters like Lee Jung-jae’s Gi-hun and Lee Byung-hun’s Front Man made for some seriously intense and unpredictable moments. The final season is set to dive even deeper into these connections, exploring friendships, betrayals, and the tough moral choices that the show is known for. With Hwang Dong-hyuk leading the charge, fans can look forward to a finale that’s both exciting and thought-provoking.
‘Squid Game’ isn’t just a hit – it’s a global sensation. With its gripping story that dives into South Korea’s social and economic struggles, it’s struck a chord with people everywhere, racking up tons of awards and praise. The first season, which dropped in September 2021, landed three Golden Globes and six Emmys, making TV history. Then Season 2 came along, smashed records, and showed everyone the series is still leading the way in modern storytelling.
Attention, players. Squid Game Season 2 is the #1 show on Netflix in 92 countries.
⏺️ 68 million views
🔼 The most views ever for a show in its first week
⏹️ Already Netflix’s seventh most popular non-English TV show
Squid Game Season 3? Coming 2025. pic.twitter.com/xoACyqG6mC
— Netflix (@netflix) December 31, 2024
‘Squid Game’ is expected to return with Season 3 on June 27, 2025.
