Netflix has unveiled the first teaser for the highly anticipated third season of the hit Korean thriller Squid Game, introducing an eerie new character that promises to add fresh layers of intrigue and danger. The teaser, released on New Year’s Day, comes just days after the streaming platform launched the much-awaited second season on December 26.
The brief 16-second teaser begins with three new players donning the familiar green tracksuits as they step into a chilling arena. The scene prominently features the iconic giant doll Young-hee, who terrorized players in the Red Light, Green Light game during the first season. This time, Young-hee’s back is shown facing a railroad crossing, where a baby doll named Chul-su is revealed on the opposite side of the tracks. The new character’s innocent appearance belies a potentially deadly role, heightening fan anticipation.
Netflix’s announcement was accompanied by a playful caption on social media: “Everyone say hi to Chul-su [waving hand emoji] Squid Game 3 coming 2025.” The teaser has already sparked widespread speculation among fans about Chul-su’s role in the deadly games.
Phenomenal Success of Season 2
The teaser follows the release of Squid Game Season 2, which has already proven to be a massive hit. The second season, consisting of seven episodes, debuted on December 26 and amassed 68 million views in its first three days on the platform. Fans have praised its intricate plot twists and the expansion of the show’s universe, making it one of Netflix’s standout releases of 2024.
Season 3 Release Date
While no specific date has been confirmed, Squid Game Season 3 is slated for release in 2025. Hwang Dong-hyuk, the series’ director, writer, and executive producer, hinted at a possible summer or fall premiere next year. “After Season 2 launches, I believe we will be announcing the launch date for Season 3 soon,” he told Variety.
Fans eagerly await the continuation of this gripping saga, with Season 3 promising to deliver more high-stakes drama and chilling revelations. The addition of Chul-su has already set the stage for an enthralling next chapter in the Squid Game phenomenon.
