5 FACTS About Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2: Confirmed Cast, Storyline, Teaser, & Release Date Announcement

“Squid Game” Season 2 is happening soon! Netflix finally confirmed the release of “Squid Game” Season 2 with an official teaser announcement, along with all the cast, and a director’s note. Check out all the following facts we know so far about Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 and its possible release date!

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**Netflix Confirmed “Squid Game” Season 2 with Official Teaser Announcement**

After shooting to the top of global series reputation and securing numerous awards last year, South Korea’s blockbuster Netflix series, “Squid Game,” has confirmed its Season 2 with an official trailer announcement.

Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 confirmed with official announcement. | HanCinema

On June 12, Netflix officially confirmed the release of “Squid Game” Season 2 by posting a video teaser on their social media. It was a clean video teaser, showing the iconic creepy doll of “Squid Game” with a number 2 flashing in red in her eye. Along with the creepy doll, the game’s circle, triangle, and square symbols also appeared at the bottom of the screen.

Does it mean that the red-suit troops will return?

Red light… GREENLIGHT!

Squid Game is officially coming back for Season 2! pic.twitter.com/4usO2Zld39
— Netflix (@netflix) June 12, 2022

**5 FACTS We Know So Far About “Squid Game” Season 2 Storyline & Returning Cast**

In addition to the official teaser announcement, Netflix also featured a note from “Squid Game” director Hwang Dong Hyuk, with a slight preview of Season 2.

“It took 12 years to bring the first season of “Squid Game” to life last year.
But it took 12 days for “Squid Game” to become the most popular Netflix series ever.”
“Squid Game” creator, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk.

Here are all the facts we know so far about Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 and its confirmed storyline and returning cast.

Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 confirmed facts: plot, storyline, teaser, and returning cast. | HanCinema

1. Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 Original Cast RETURNED!

First and foremost, we all can finally breathe in relief now that “Squid Game” director Hwang Dong Hyuk has confirmed that the original cast will return in Season 2.

Of course, it also means the original cast who managed to survive the first season of the “Squid Game” alive.

Director Hwang Dong Hyuk confirmed that Seong Gi Hun and the Front Man will return. It means that “Squid Game” original cast Lee Jung Jae and Lee Byung Hun will be leading the main storyline of the upcoming Season 2.

“And now, Gi Hun returns.
The Front Man returns.
Season 2 is coming.”
“Squid Game” creator, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk.

2. Gong Yoo to Possibly Level Up as The Main Cast for “Squid Game” Season 2

Secondly, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk also teased that Gong Yoo will possibly return as the main cast for “Squid Game” Season 2. And this is one of the most exciting facts about Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2.

“The man in the suit with ddakji might be back.”
“Squid Game” creator, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk.

In his official note, the director mentioned “the man in the suit with ddakji” referring to Gong Yoo’s cameo appearance at the beginning and end of the series.

With the director’s statement, we can safely assume that Gong Yoo will return as one of the main cast members for “Squid Game” Season 2. And this time, he will most likely play a crucial role in the storyline.

3. A New…Creepy Doll?

Next, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk also stated that “Squid Game” Season 2 will return with a whole new round. It remains a mystery whether the “round” means a new chase between Seong Gi Hun and the organization or a literally new round of game in the series.

One thing for sure: the creepy doll Younghee will definitely make a comeback! And facts she’s not alone in Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2.

“You’ll also be introduced to Younghee’s boyfriend, Cheolsu.”
“Squid Game” creator, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk.

4. “Squid Game” Season 2 Core Plot & Storyline

Although there was nothing mentioned on the note about “Squid Game” storyline, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk had previously confirmed the core plot of the Season 2.

According to the director, in the Season 2 of “Squid Game”, we will finally witness how Seong Gi Hun exposes everything about the corrupt organization behind the horrible game. It will also tell the story about Seong Gi Hun and all the people he chases and encounters.

“Season 2 will focus on the story of Seong Gi Hun on his journey to unravel everything. The comprehensive plotline of Season 2 will be about the story of those whom Gi Hun meets and the ones he chases after.”
“Squid Game” creator, Director Hwang Dong Hyuk.

5. The Beginning of the “Squid Game” Universe

Finally, facts stated that this Season 2 will apparently become just a beginning of the whole Netflix “Squid Game” universe.

Previously, in the initial announcement of “Squid Game” Season 2, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos exclaimed in confidence that the “Squid Game” universe had just begun. At the same time, apparently director Hwang Dong Hyun had also discussed a possible season 3 for “Squid Game” with Netflix.

So, please keep your enthusiasm high to the roof because Season 2 is only the beginning of the whole Netflix “Squid Game” universe!

When is the Possible Release Date?

Now, do all these facts on Netflix “Squid Game” Season 2 keep you excited already? Please hold your horses because Netflix had only confirmed the early production phase of “Squid Game” Season 2 in January.

Hwang Dong-Hyuk writer, director, producer, and creator of @squidgame has a message for the fans: pic.twitter.com/DxF0AS5tMM
— Netflix (@netflix) June 12, 2022

Therefore, it will take some time for an officially confirmed release date for “Squid Game” Season 2. So if you want to keep yourself updated for more “Squid Game” Season 2 updates, please stay with Kpoppost and our social media: Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

In the meantime, here’s a short tutorial in how to play the Mugunghwa game in “Squid Game”.