Netflix just dropped the first look at Squid Game Season 3, and let’s just say, things are getting creepier than your ex’s social media stalking habits. The headline? There’s a new doll in town, and we already feel bad for anyone who dares to blink in its presence. Meet Chul-su, the fresh-faced (and probably terrifying) addition to the Squid Game universe!
On New Year’s Day, while the rest of us were nursing our champagne hangovers and swearing off carbs (again), Netflix decided to kick off 2025 hype early. They posted a sneak peek, casually saying, “Everyone say hi to Chul-su. Squid Game 3 coming 2025.” No big deal, just another diabolical toy ready to ruin lives and hopes. Classic Netflix.
Chul-su: Young-hee’s New Partner in Crime?
The teaser shows what looks suspiciously like the OG Squid Game arena where “Red Light, Green Light” gave us trauma we didn’t know we had. Remember Young-hee, the giant robot doll with laser-sharp murder eyes? Well, she’s back, and she’s not alone. Enter Chul-su, her equally eerie counterpart. Are they siblings? Frenemies? Star-crossed murderbots? One thing’s for sure: if you’re a contestant, these two aren’t here to play nice.
Let’s face it—this doll duo might just make the contestants wish for a group project with that one coworker who never pulls their weight.
The Waiting Game (Literally)
If you’re itching to binge this nightmare fuel, the creator says you’ll need to cool your jets until summer or fall 2025. That’s right, Squid Game Season 3 is taking its sweet time, because crafting the perfect blend of suspense, social commentary, and utter panic doesn’t happen overnight.
While we wait, let’s not forget the chaos Season 2 unleashed. It smashed Netflix records faster than you can say “Dalgona candy,” becoming the most-watched show debut in its first four days. Honestly, Squid Game could release a spinoff starring only the marbles, and we’d probably still watch it.
So, buckle up! Chul-su is here, and if Young-hee taught us anything, it’s that dolls are not to be trusted. Season 3 is coming, and we can’t wait to watch contestants risk life and limb for a cash prize that’ll probably just cover their student loans.
Everyone say hi to Chul-su 👋 Squid Game 3 coming 2025. pic.twitter.com/hCgNexjJbC
— Netflix (@netflix) January 1, 2025