‘Squid Game’ Finale Season Arrives on Netflix This June
The wait is almost over — “Squid Game” season 3, the third and final chapter of Netflix’s global phenomenon, is coming to the platform this June. Netflix first gave fans a glimpse of the upcoming season with a chilling teaser released last month, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the high-stakes survival saga.
The finale promises to be a dramatic culmination of the story that began with Player 456 Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), who is now more determined than ever to dismantle the games from within. Following the heartbreaking cliffhanger of season 2, Gi-hun returns, still reeling from the betrayal and death of his ally, Player 390 Jung-bae (Lee Seo-hwan). But this time, the threat is even more personal — the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) has infiltrated the rebellion in disguise as Player 001.
The teaser trailer opens with an unsettling scene: the iconic pink guards carrying a black coffin-like box into the resting area. Inside the box is Gi-hun, awakening to a new nightmare. A giant gumball machine begins to dispense red and blue balls — mysterious tokens that seem to determine each player’s fate. As the tension mounts, familiar faces reappear, including detective Hwang Jun-ho (Wi Ha-joon), the elusive Front Man, and several returning players such as Player 333 Lee Myung-gi (Im Si-wan), Kang Player 388 Dae-ho (Kang Ha-neul), Player 120 Cho Hyun-ju (Park Sung-hoon), and pink guard Kang No-eul (Park Gyu-young). The trailer ends with an eerie sound — the cries of a baby — hinting at more unsettling twists ahead.
Since its debut, “Squid Game” has remained Netflix’s most popular show to date. Season 2, which premiered in December 2024, broke multiple records, including the most views for a show during its premiere week. It entered Netflix’s Most Popular Non-English TV list in just three days and now ranks #2 with 192.6 million views — second only to season 1’s staggering 265.2 million. It also holds the title of the third most-watched season in Netflix history.
Teaser art for the final season shows Gi-hun surrounded by a sea of black boxes tied with pink ribbons, gazing upward with resolve. The image captures the emotional and psychological weight he carries as he prepares to face the games one last time.
With its gripping narrative, iconic visuals, and unforgettable characters, “Squid Game” has captivated audiences worldwide. As the series prepares for its finale, one question remains: who will survive the endgame?
“Squid Game” season 3 drops on Netflix this June.
This article was co-written with ChatGPT based on an article from the Netflix Newsroom. Edited by Ederic Eder.
