Squid Game Season 3 shatters Netflix viewing records
The final season of "Squid Game" just dropped on June 28, 2025, and it's already made Netflix history—60.1 million people watched in only three days, racking up a wild 368.4 million hours viewed.
It shot to #1 in 93 countries, breaking the record for non-English series over such a short window.
What happens in the 2nd season?
The story picks up with Gi-hun taking on the Front Man to try and end the deadly games for good.
Familiar faces like Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun return, joined by Kang Ha-neul and Yim Si-wan.
Plus, Cate Blanchett pops up for a surprise cameo in the finale.
Impact of 'Squid Game' on streaming
Since its 2021 debut, "Squid Game" has changed streaming forever—Season One pulled in over 16.5 billion viewing hours in its first month!
Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk's series dives into survival and tough choices; while not everyone agrees on every twist, critics love its bold storytelling and unforgettable characters.