The upcoming season 2 of the popular Korean series “Squid Game” has received a surprising early nomination for the prestigious 82nd Golden Globes in 2025. This nomination has raised questions from the public: How can an unreleased show be nominated for the Golden Globes? Read on for the complete explanation.
“Squid Game 2” Nominated for 82nd Golden Globes in 2025 Before Its Release
On December 9, the 2025 Golden Globes announced its outstanding nominations. Surprisingly, the unreleased Season 2 of “Squid Game” was nominated for Best Drama Series before its official release on December 26. This early nomination baffled the audience and raised the question of how the show could be nominated before its premiere.
Netflix’s K-series “Squid Game” became a global phenomenon when released in 2021. The Korean thriller received three nominations at the 79th Golden Globes in 2022 for Best TV Drama, Best Actor (Lee Jung Jae), and Best Supporting Actor (Oh Yeong Su). Veteran actor O Yeong Su made history as he became the first Korean actor to win a Golden Globe award.
Under the direction of mastermind director Hwang Dong Hyuk, the new season brings back the previous main characters. They are Seong Gi Hun (Lee Jung Jae), the Front Man (Lee Byung Hun), and Detective Hwang Jun Ho (Wi Ha Joon). Additionally, the series will feature an exciting new cast lineup like Im Si Wan, Jo Yu Ri, Kang Ha Neul, Park Gyu Young, Park Sung Hoon, and other talented actors.
“Squid Game 2” Early Nomination
Game on. Congratulations to the cast and crew of Squid Game on their @goldenglobes nomination. pic.twitter.com/a8P14NOMUz
— Squid Game (@squidgame) December 9, 2024
The early nomination for Netflix’s hit Korean series “Squid Game 2” before its official release is a rare phenomenon. Moreover, it underscores the show’s significant impact and anticipation among audiences.
Although it will premiere on December 26, the show still meets the eligibility requirements for the 82nd Golden Globes in 2025. Specifically, according to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) guidelines, the show must have aired from January 1 through December 31, 2024. In addition, the show’s episodes or screeners must be submitted before the nomination deadline by November 4, 2024. This also applies to shows that will be available on December 31.
Since “Squid Game” Season 2 is scheduled to air in late December, Netflix reportedly sent the episodes to Golden Globes voters on the Golden Globes Screening Platform before its official release. As a result, the Golden Globes voted that the highly anticipated series deserved a nomination.
In addition, the show’s nomination for the 2025 Golden Globes has increased viewers’ anticipation and made them believe the show is worth the wait.
Netflix’s K-series “Squid Game 2” will compete with other contenders such as:
- “The Day of the Jackal” (Peacock)
- “The Diplomat” (Netflix)
- “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” (Prime Video)
- “Shōgun” (FX)
- “Slow Horses” (Apple TV+)
Congratulations to the 82nd #GoldenGlobes nominees for Best Drama Series:
— Golden Globes (@goldenglobes) December 9, 2024
✨ THE DAY OF THE JACKAL
✨ THE DIPLOMAT
✨ MR. & MRS. SMITH
✨ SHŌGUN
✨ SLOW HORSES
✨ SQUID GAME pic.twitter.com/bERSi1jG8v
Congratulations to the 82nd Golden Globes nominees!
In the meantime, watch the thrilling trailer of Netflix’s highly anticipated series “Squid Game 2”!
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