Excitement is brewing among fans of Squid Game as Netflix Korea seemingly unveiled the release date for the highly anticipated third season. A teaser video posted on the streaming platform’s official YouTube channel hinted at a June 27, 2025, premiere, igniting discussions and theories across social media.
Teaser Video Sparks Speculation
The teaser featured Young-hee, the infamous girl robot from the “Red Light, Green Light” game, encountering a new robot named Chul-soo. This scene echoed the post-credit clip from Season 2, leading fans to speculate about a fresh and deadly game in the upcoming season. The video was titled “Squid Game Season 3 2025 Release,” and its description confirmed the release date before it was quickly deleted by Netflix.
While the video has since been set to private, fans managed to capture the information and share it widely, fueling anticipation for the next chapter of this gripping series.
GUY THIS COMMENT CLAIMING THAT SQUID GAME SEASON 3 WILL RELEASE JUNE 27TH
Thank to Netflix Korea uploaded it by accident and the video was deleted#SquidGame2 #SquidGame #SquidGameSeason2 #SquidGame3 pic.twitter.com/Eusy8pDTfm— Kirbpoyo3 (@kirbpoyo3poyo) January 1, 2025
Cast of Squid Game Season 3
The cast for Squid Game Season 3 will see the return of several key characters:
- Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun (Player 456)
- Lee Byung-hun as Hwang In-ho (the Front Man)
- Wi Ha-joon as Hwang Jun-ho (the detective)
- Kang Ha-neul as Player 388
- Im Si-wan in an undisclosed role
- Park Sung-hoon as Player 120
- Yang Dong-geun as Player 044
- Jo Yu-ri as Player 222
- Kang Ae-sim as Player 044’s mother
- Additional cast members include Lee Jin-wook, Park Gyu-young, and Roh Jae-won.
The introduction of Chul-soo has added to the intrigue surrounding the series, with fans eager to see how this new character will fit into the intense narrative.
Mixed Reactions from Fans
The announcement sparked mixed reactions among fans. Some expressed concerns that the series should have concluded after its first season, criticizing Netflix for extending it unnecessarily. Others felt that Season 3 appears to be more of a continuation of Season 2 rather than a standalone installment.
Despite these differing opinions, many fans were relieved to learn of an earlier-than-expected release date, expressing gratitude for not having to wait until December.
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What’s Next for Squid Game?
Season 2 concluded with Lee Jung-Jae’s character attempting to dismantle the deadly competition, but the finale left viewers with hints that the struggle for survival is far from over.
While Netflix has yet to officially confirm the June 27 release date, they did share a promotional poster featuring Young-hee and Chul-soo with the caption: “Season 3 coming in 2025. Only on Netflix.”
Rumors of Leonardo DiCaprio’s Involvement
Amidst this excitement, rumors circulated suggesting that Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio might make a surprise appearance in Season 3. Reports claimed he filmed a minor cameo, but Netflix quickly denied these allegations, confirming that DiCaprio would not be involved in the series.
Conclusion
As anticipation builds for Squid Game Season 3, fans are left eagerly awaiting official confirmation from Netflix regarding the release date and any additional details about the plot. With its unique blend of suspense and social commentary, Squid Game continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Disclaimer: The information regarding the release date and other details is based on preliminary reports and may be subject to change as Netflix makes official announcements.
