Fans of the global phenomenon Squid Game received an electrifying update today as Netflix dropped the first trailer for Squid Game Season 3, the concluding chapter of the South Korean dystopian thriller. The teaser shared today was accompanied by the caption, "It's time to play the final games. Squid Game Season 3. June 27, only on Netflix," signaling the return of the Korean series that has gripped audiences worldwide since its 2021 debut.
The trailer features a haunting image that has already sparked intense speculation among viewers: a masked figure in the signature pink jumpsuit stands before a glowing, keyhole-shaped doorway. The square symbol on the mask, a hallmark of the Pink Guards, hints at the return of these enforcers of the deadly competition. The stark contrast between the dark background and the bright yellow light pouring through the keyhole creates an eerie, foreboding atmosphere, perfectly encapsulating the high-stakes tension that Squid Game is known for.
The trailer itself offers a chilling glimpse into the upcoming season, spotlighting a new game where contestants are assigned either a red or blue ball at random from a massive gumball machine. The setting includes a room with an entrance hall shaped like a knife, a detail that ominously hints at the deadly nature of the next challenge. The teaser also features rapid-fire visuals of several characters, including the returning Pink Guard 011, No-eul, played by Park Gyu-young, whose role may take on greater significance.
Additionally, the trailer confirms the return of the controversial VIPs, the elite spectators who watch and bet on the games, as evidenced by a brief shot of their luxurious viewing room, a setting familiar from Season 1.The trailer concludes with an unsettling sound that has left fans rattled: the faint cry of a baby, amplifying the emotional stakes of the final season.
This visual teaser comes just ahead of Netflix’s previously announced plan to release a trailer on May 6, 2025, suggesting that more promotional material may soon follow. Fans can look forward to more Squid Game Season 3 updates at Netflix’s upcoming Tudum 2025 event.
Netflix also released a new poster for Squid Game Season 3 featuring Gi-hun surrounded by a bunch of coffins:
What to Expect in the Final Season of Squid Game
Squid Game Season 3 is set to premiere on June 27, 2025, marking the end of a saga that has redefined television with its gripping narrative and social commentary. Following the events of Squid Game Season 2, which launched earlier this year, the final season will continue to follow Seong Gi-hun, portrayed by Lee Jung-jae, as he navigates a world of moral dilemmas and deadly challenges. During an interview with Variety, Hwang Dong-hyuk has teased that Gi-hun will find himself at a "critical crossroads," facing off against the enigmatic Front Man, played by Lee Byung-hun, in a battle that will test the limits of survival and humanity.
The season promises to introduce new games, escalating the psychological and physical toll on the players. Returning cast members include Park Gyu-young as Pink Guard No-eul, whose role may expand as the conflict deepens, alongside Wi Ha-joon, Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-shim, Jo Yu-ri, Lee David, and Roh Jae-won.
Earlier this year, Netflix released the first photos from the upcoming season, showcasing shadowy key art and intense moments that hint at the peril awaiting the characters. Among the unresolved threads from Season 2, fans are eager to learn the fate of Hyun-ju, who returned to the player barracks, and whether Jun-ho’s crew will finally locate the Squid Game island to rescue Gi-hun and the remaining contestants.
Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind the series, has described the final season as a "thrill ride," emphasizing the climactic showdown between Gi-hun’s world and the Front Man’s. Originally envisioned as a single-season story, Squid Game evolved into a trilogy to fully realize Hwang’s vision, which he began crafting 15 years ago. With filming for Seasons 2 and 3 completed back-to-back between July 2023 and June 2024, the stage is set for a conclusion that promises to tie up loose ends while delivering the visceral, emotional impact that has made the series a cultural juggernaut.
As the premiere date approaches, Squid Game Season 3 is poised to captivate audiences once more, offering a final test of morality, survival, and the human spirit in the face of unimaginable odds. Fans can stream the series exclusively on Netflix starting June 27, 2025.
