Squid Game season 2 was a massive success, breaking records and becoming one of the most-watched shows on Netflix
- In its first four days, season 2 had 68 million views, which was more than any other Netflix series had achieved in its premiere week.
- It became the third most-watched TV season on Netflix in 2024.
- It also landed on Netflix's list of its most popular non-English language TV titles of all time.
- The character Thanos, played by T.O.P. Choi Seung-hyun, was a polarizing character who inspired both love and hate.
- Thanos's dance moves in the Mingle game resulted in many memes and videos on social media.
- The Mingle game was an intense team game that involved creating groups based on a prearranged number.
- It was one of the scariest games in the series, with many players dying.
- In season 2, Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) continues his search for the people behind Squid Game and to end their bloodthirsty sport.
About the Squid Game Universe
Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, Squid Game premiered in 2021 and quickly became Netflix’s most popular title ever. This global sensation boosted interest in K-content, iconic moments went viral, Vans slip-on sneakers sales increased 8,000%, and Halloween costumes sold out around the world, solidifying its place in pop culture. The series made Emmy® history with first-ever wins for a non-English language series. Following this success, Netflix debuted Squid Game: The Challenge, the Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning reality series that also topped the Netflix Global Top 10. The franchise continues to expand with Squid Game: The Experience, a touring activation where fans can play series-inspired games; Squid Game: Virtuals, a Webby-winning VR adventure; and a multiplayer video game, Squid Game: Unleashed. Squid Game. Seasons 1 and 2 are now on Netflix, with the third and final season arriving in 2025.
