Lee Jung-Jae, the star of the global sensation Squid Game, is eagerly anticipating the upcoming U.S. adaptation of the hit series. Known for his impressive career in South Korean cinema, Lee became a household name worldwide for his role as Seong Gi-hun in the Netflix thriller.
Now, with the American remake of Squid Game directed by acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher, Lee is on the edge of his seat, excited to see how the series will be reimagined.
Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk had previously confirmed that the U.S. version of the show is in the works, revealing that Netflix has big plans for the remake. “I know Netflix has a plan. They are not going to throw this idea away,” he shared, hinting at the global interest and success the series has generated.
Lee Jung-Jae, who has already become a global star thanks to his role in Squid Game, expressed his enthusiasm for the U.S. remake, particularly because of Fincher’s involvement. “I’m looking forward to it so much, I can’t wait to see it and I have high expectations,” Lee shared in a recent interview. As a fan of the series and the director, Lee is eager to see how Fincher will bring his own vision to the world of Squid Game.
The actor also teased the possibility of being involved in the U.S. version in some capacity. “Maybe I’ll be in one of those projects as an advisor or co-creator. Who knows?” he said, leaving fans intrigued by the potential for his involvement.
Meanwhile, the original Squid Game series, which took the world by storm, continues to make waves. With both seasons being a massive success on Netflix, the show is now preparing for its epic conclusion with the release of the season finale in 2025. As the U.S. remake and the original series gear up for more thrilling developments, fans are eagerly awaiting what’s next for the Squid Game universe.