Squid Game season 2: Release date, cast, plot... Here's everything we know

Squid Game season 2: Release date, cast, plot... Here's everything we know
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Squid Game season 2: Release date, cast, plot... Here's everything we know
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Here is a sneak peek into what to expect for Squid Game season two in terms of cast, release date and plot.

Netflix’sSquid Game saw massive success when it was released in September 2021. The plot is filled with intrigue and action, where several cash-strapped contestants partake in do-or-die children's games.

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Being a thriller, it has gained the love and appreciation of fans globally. It broke many records in terms of viewership when it came out. The South Korean survival drama has been renewed for yet another season after winning six Emmys. Here’s what to expect for the second season of this awaited show.

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When is Squid Game season 2 coming out?

The show was confirmed to make a comeback for season two by its creator Hwang Dong-Hyuk, earlier this year. As per Hollywood Life, season two will be filmed in 2023 and will likely be released a year after, in 2024.

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When is Squid Games season 2 coming out?

What does the cast of season 2 look like?

Despite many of the fan-favorite characters dying in the show, there are rumors that some of them will be brought back. A lot of new characters as competitors will also be introduced as a result of many members of the cast dying in season two.

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According to TV Guide, the lead Seong Gi-hun, who is Player 456 (Lee Jung-jae) and 'The Front Man' (Lee Byung-hun) is coming back for season two.

As per Hypebeast, there are rumors of Hong Kong actor Tony Leung featuring in season two of the show. The speculation started after his wife shared pictures of the actor sitting alongside director Hwang Dong-Hyuk, with the caption ‘Ready for Squid game?’. As of now, there have been no official reports on the actor’s involvement with the show. But this Instagram post might have unofficially confirmed the same.

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What do we know about the plot?

The plot is said to be the same. A game of survival with millions of dollars to the winner. But season two is set to introduce a whole array of new games that are nothing short of deadly.

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Sources used:

- Hypebeast: 'Shang-Chi's Tony Leung Rumored for 'Squid Game' Season 2'

- TV Guide: 'Squid Game Season 2 Release Date, Plot, Cast and Everything to Know'

- Hollywood Life: 'Squid Game Season 2: Everything We Know About The Release Date & More'

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