The official trailer for Squid Game’s second season has dropped, and it centers around the intriguing question: why on earth would anyone willingly dive back into this chaotic nightmare? It’s a mystery that promises to be at the heart of the new episodes.
In true Squid Game fashion, the trailer brings back familiar elements that fans will instantly recognize. We see the ominous glass pig brimming with cash, that creepy statue of the girl, and a few beloved cast members from the first season. What really stands out, though, is the tantalizing peek at the sharp, engaging dialogue the series is known for. One line in particular, “Those he created this game, we should fight them,” resonates as powerfully as 2002’s iconic “They got mansions, think we should rob them.” Believe me when I say that’s high praise.
Set to debut on Netflix on December 26, Season 2 has some big shoes to fill, considering the phenomenal success of its predecessor. The first season didn’t just capture audiences; it became Netflix’s most-watched show globally. With a staggering 1.65 billion viewing hours in its first month, it set a new benchmark. Not to mention, it sparked a frenzy among content creators and competing streaming services, all eager to tap into the Squid Game sensation. If you’re too eager to wait, Amazon Prime has its own take on the phenomenon to tide you over.