Netflix has confirmed that Season 3 of Squid Game is set to premiere in 2025, but fans might have discovered the exact release date. A leaked video from Netflix Korea reportedly revealed the date as June 27, 2025, marking an exciting and surprisingly quick return just six months from now. This is a sharp contrast to the three-year wait between the first and second seasons of the hit series.
Creator’s Vision for Seasons 2 and 3
Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk clarified that Season 3 isn’t a traditional follow-up but a continuation of the story developed alongside Season 2. He originally envisioned both seasons as one cohesive narrative. However, the ambitious storyline, which follows Gi-hun’s return to the games and his attempt at a revolt, grew too complex for a single season.
In an interview, Hwang explained:
“Both seasons two and three were written as a single series. Gi-hun’s journey through revolt and failure became a climax deserving its own narrative arc, prompting the split into two seasons.”
Production and Netflix’s Strategy
Filming for Seasons 2 and 3 happened simultaneously, allowing Netflix to release the next installment so soon. With 14 total episodes, the series was divided into two parts, each comprising seven hour-long episodes. Netflix has adopted similar split-season strategies in the past but typically releases parts within a few months of each other. This time, the gap is six months, blurring the lines between a single season split and consecutive seasons.
Netflix’s Big Year Ahead
2025 is shaping up to be monumental for Netflix. Alongside Squid Game, two of its most popular English-language series, Stranger Things (Season 5) and Wednesday (Season 2), are also slated for release. Predictions suggest:
- Stranger Things Season 5 may arrive in September or October 2025, based on its post-production timeline.
- Wednesday Season 2 could debut in either July 2025, shortly after Squid Game, or closer to November to align with its Season 1 release date.
A Stellar Lineup
If this schedule holds, Netflix’s 2025 lineup will include the resolution of Squid Game’s cliffhangers, the conclusion of Stranger Things, and the much-anticipated return of Wednesday. With these powerhouse shows, Netflix is gearing up for one of its biggest years yet. Fans worldwide are in for a thrilling ride!