Squid Game Season 2 Breaks Netflix Viewing Records in Under One Week; Season 3 Release Date Confirmed

Squid Game Season 2 Soars to Unprecedented Viewership Heights

Netflix has unveiled astonishing viewership statistics for the second season of Squid Game, while also confirming a return window for the eagerly anticipated third season. Almost three years post the global sensation of season 1, the new season premiered on December 26, featuring all seven episodes. This installment charts the journey of Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), the last survivor of the harrowing games from the previous season, as he embarks on a quest to identify the recruiter responsible for the deadly traps and prevent future victims from falling prey to the sinister con.

Record-Breaking Numbers and Global Impact

In its debut week, Squid Game season 2 shattered previous Netflix records, amassing an impressive 68 million views within just three days. This feat marks a new milestone for the platform, making it the most-watched show in its first week of release. Currently, the series holds the title of the number one show in 92 countries and ranks as Netflix’s seventh most popular non-English program.

Looking Ahead to Season 3

As excitement builds, Netflix teased fans with a short clip hinting at the upcoming final season. The streaming giant confirmed that Squid Game season 3 is slated for a 2025 release, promising continued thrilling narratives that captivated audiences in previous seasons.

Attention, players. Squid Game Season 2 is the #1 show on Netflix in 92 countries. 68 million views—the most views ever for a show in its first week. Already Netflix’s seventh most popular non-English TV show. Squid Game Season 3? Coming 2025. pic.twitter.com/xoACyqG6mC — Netflix (@netflix) December 31, 2024