Squid Game season 2 is currently in development, and there have been some indications and clues regarding what can be expected in the next installment of the popular Netflix series. Season 1 of the show captivated audiences worldwide with its unpredictable twists and turns, quickly becoming a top-rated series on Netflix. The speculation about a second season and its potential storyline began immediately after the first season concluded. Now, the news of Squid Game season 2 has been confirmed, and the show's previous episodes, as well as its creator, have dropped hints about the upcoming plot.
The conclusion of Squid Game season 1 saw Gi-hun finally embracing and utilizing his winnings. Following the Front Man's suggestion, as long as Gi-hun could pretend that all the events were merely a dream, he could move forward towards a better life. He generously distributed money to the loved ones of his fellow participants in the deadly games and made preparations to join his daughter in the United States, seeking to make up for lost time. However, just moments before the apparent conclusion, he abandoned his dreams and opted for revenge. This cliffhanger ending is not the sole aspect that Squid Game season 2 must address, as there are several other plotlines that have been hinted to continue in the upcoming episodes.
9 Jun-ho's Survival Hints The Front Man Turns Good In Squid Game Season 2
8 Squid Game Season 2 Makes Gi-hun An Antihero
Wi Ha-joon, who portrayed the character Jun-ho, a police officer, in the first season, has officially been confirmed as part of the cast for Squid Game season 2. This revelation suggests that Jun-ho probably survived after being shot by the Front Man. While Jun-ho's lifeless body was never shown following his fall from the cliff, many viewers speculated that he was still alive. Moreover, the profound remorse displayed by In-ho (the true identity of the Squid Game Front Man) for his actions raised questions about his moral compass. If Jun-ho is indeed alive, it is likely to play a significant role in In-ho's journey towards redemption.
In Squid Game season 1, an exploration of the societal issue between wealth and poverty took center stage. Initially, Gi-hun, a gambling addict, found himself at rock bottom, becoming what many would perceive as a despicable individual. However, as the games unfolded, it became apparent that he possessed a stronger moral compass compared to most of his fellow competitors—and he successfully maintained this integrity until the end. Squid Game effectively exposed that an excess of wealth can corrupt a person just as much as a lack of it. Consequently, based on the hints provided by Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae, it is likely that Gi-hun's storyline will take a darker turn in season 2.
7 The Salesman’s Return Means More Squid Game Recruiting
Another familiar face set to make a comeback in the highly anticipated Squid Game season 2 is Gong Yoo, who brilliantly portrayed the pivotal role of the enigmatic "Salesman" in the first season. Tasked with selecting candidates for the ruthless games orchestrated by his boss, he gauged their desperation for money by engaging them in the popular Korean children's game called ojingŏ. It was during one of these intense encounters that Gi-hun witnessed the Salesman's play, causing him to abandon his long-held aspiration of reuniting with his daughter. Although the Salesman had limited screen time in season 1, his intriguing presence captivated viewers, making his return in Squid Game season 2 a highly anticipated event.
6 ‘Young-Hee’s Boyfriend’ Will Be Another Squid Game Robot
In Squid Game season 1, the initial game called "Red Light, Green Light" featured a robotic doll named Young-hee as the announcer. This character is well-known in Korean schools and is commonly found in textbooks, where she is accompanied by a young boy to educate children. Although Young-hee appeared alone in Gi-hun's games, Hwang Dong-hyuk, the creator of Squid Game, has hinted that season 2 will bring some changes. He revealed that Young-hee's boyfriend, Cheol-su, will join her in the upcoming rounds of the intense games.
5 The Hwang Brothers Plot Suggests A Bigger Police Story
Hwang Jun-ho, who accompanied Gi-hun and the other participants to the undisclosed location of the Squid Games in season 1, was Seoul's sole police officer who took Gi-hun's account seriously. This, combined with the revelation that the Front Man had also once served as a policeman, gives rise to suspicions that the police force may be involved in Oh Il-nam's lethal competition. The creator of the show has supported this theory, citing a global trend of corrupt law enforcement officers, not limited to Korea. Given Hwang Dong-hyuk's apparent interest in this matter, it is highly likely that Squid Game season 2 will incorporate this sinister twist.
4 Squid Game’s International Tease Means More From The VIPs
The VIPs of Squid Game season 1 were unveiled to be individuals from various parts of the world. They had journeyed to Korea to place their final bets and observe the remaining rounds of Gi-hun's games, all while concealing their true identities behind opulent masks adorned with gold and jewels. During season 1, one of the VIPs mentioned that the Korean games were particularly exceptional that year, suggesting that the games are occasionally held in other countries as well. The creator of Squid Game has also alluded to this possibility, implying that future games might take place outside of Korea, potentially involving a greater number of VIPs.
3 Squid Game Season 2 Will Focus More On The Guards
Another intriguing aspect of the enigma that is Squid Game pertains to the mysterious origins of the masked guards. Throughout season 1, these guards remained concealed behind their masks, and their ages and backgrounds were left unaddressed. Following the conclusion of the Netflix series, numerous theories have emerged regarding the identities of these masked villains. However, some of these theories have been debunked by Hwang Dong-hyuk. It has been clarified, for instance, that the tile selected by a person during their game with the Salesman does not determine whether they become a contestant or a guard. Consequently, the true origins of these enigmatic individuals remain yet to be explained in the forthcoming season 2 of Squid Game.
2 Squid Game Season 2's Deadly Games Will Outdo Season 1
The concept of deadly children's games has a disturbingly fascinating allure, and it was precisely this element that contributed to the immense success of Squid Game season 1. The juxtaposition of childhood innocence with the cruel life-or-death stakes was relentless, and each subsequent game appeared to be more brutal than the last. According to Hwang Dong-hyuk (via Screen Rant), this trend will continue in Squid Game season 2, with the promise of even better games. However, this raises the question of what role Gi-hun will play in these new and enhanced challenges.
1 Squid Game Season 2 Won't Be The Final Chapter
Content Fragment: Given its massive worldwide success, Squid Game season 1 initially premiered on Netflix as a standalone series. While the story could have ended there and satisfied viewers, the possibility of continuing the narrative became a topic of discussion between Netflix and the creator of Squid Game. As a result, a second season has now been confirmed. According to Hwang Dong-hyuk, in an interview with The Korea Times, discussions also included the potential for a season 3. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that if an agreement was reached for one season of Squid Game, subsequent seasons followed suit.