Squid Game is coming. 

In an announcement made on 13 June, Netflix confirmed that the globally popular Korean drama-thriller will be returning for another season.

On your marks.
Get set.
Greenlight.
Squid Game continues, only on Netflix.#SquidGameS2 pic.twitter.com/spH30iRDO4

— Squid Game ❗❗ (@squidgame) June 12, 2022

While little details are still known about season 2, Gi-hun or No. 456 and the Frontman are said to return, alongside the mysterious ddakji man in a suit. The show is also said to introduce Cheol-su, the boyfriend of Young-hee or more popularly known as the Red Light, Green Light Doll. 

Squid Game, which revolves around 456 contestants put into a deadly competition of children's games, first aired in September 2021. Since then, the show has become Netflix's most successful show to date, breaking over 100 million views in its first 28 days. It was even the most viewed title in every country Netflix features a top 10 list, totalling in 94 countries. 

"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. As the writer, director, and producer of Squid Game, a huge shout out to fans around the world. Thank you for watching and loving our show. Join us once more for a whole new round," said Hwang Dong-hyuk. 

Squid Game season 2's premiere date will be announced soon.