Squid Game is a South Korean survival drama series created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, released on Netflix in 2021. The show follows financially desperate contestants who compete in deadly versions of childhood games for a massive cash prize. As they progress, they face moral dilemmas, betrayals, and shocking twists. The series became a global phenomenon, praised for its social commentary on economic inequality, intense storytelling, and brutal yet gripping games. A second season is in development, set to expand the show’s universe.
A U.S. version of Squid Game has been in discussion, with Netflix confirming that an American adaptation is in early development. The project aims to reimagine the concept with a new cultural perspective while maintaining the high-stakes survival drama that made the original a hit. This comes after the success of Squid Game: The Challenge, a reality competition series inspired by the show. However, details on casting, setting, and release timeline remain unclear.
