The hype train for Squid Game Season 3 just picked up steam, as Netflix may have inadvertently leaked some pivotal information concerning the next chapter of its wildly popular series. Initially set for release in 2025, the highly anticipated third season appears to have its exact release date revealed as June 27, 2025, through a now-deleted teaser video from Netflix Korea. This accidental confirmation has left fans buzzing with excitement.
This new season follows the success of Season 2, which debuted just this past December. It was already known from prior announcements and teasers by Netflix—where the series hinted at the introduction of new, menacing characters—that fans should expect something significant. According to reports from Forbes, the leaked date indicates just six months of wait time, which is surprisingly short compared to the three-year gap between Seasons 1 and 2.
The brief teaser video showcased Young-hee, the infamous doll from the original Red Light, Green Light game, alongside a new robot character named Chul-soo. This reveal not only excited fans but also raised questions about the potential new games to be introduced this season. According to various user comments on social media platforms such as X, many expressed their thoughts, stating, "GUY THIS COMMENT CLAIMING THAT SQUID GAME SEASON 3 WILL RELEASE JUNE 27...Thanks to Netflix Korea uploaded it by accident and the video was deleted." Others feared the franchise was being overextended, pushing back against the decision to create more seasons.
Hwang Dong-hyuk, the creator of the series, has been open about his creative process, especially following the unexpected success of the first season. Speaking to IndieWire, he elaborated on the production timeline of the upcoming seasons: "I wrote Seasons 2 and 3 at the same time… and along the storyline, there is a turning point..." Initially intending for Squid Game to be self-contained, he later found the plot needing expansion. He shared, "No other reason than I originally envisioned it as one series, both Season 2 and Season 3 as one…and the story evolved to be too big, hence the split."
While Netflix has yet to officially confirm the June 27 release date, the existence of the teaser has sent what seems like shockwaves through the fandom. The video reportedly went viral before being taken down, leading many fans to speculate on character arcs and what new games might await. The excitement surrounding the series is palpable, evidenced by the social media reactions. One anonymous user tweeted, "Netflix accidentally reveals the release date of 'SQUID GAME' on June 27."
This rapid turnaround for Season 3 is attributed to the simultaneous filming of Seasons 2 and 3, which could explain the faster-paced release. Fans responded positively to the news, relieved they wouldn’t have to endure too long before learning the outcomes to the cliffhangers left by Season 2. And speaking of cliffhangers, Season 2 concluded with protagonist Seong Gi-hun drawn once more back to the deadly games as he strives to dismantle the organization behind them, which will continue to be the focus as the narrative propels forward.
Evidently, there are mixed feelings among fans about the series' future. Some believe it should have concluded after the first season to maintain its impactful legacy. Others embrace the continuation, considering it merely as the narrative’s extension rather than a completely new chapter. Some fans have even suggested flipping the storyline, proposing Season 2 could have been expanded instead to deliver more episodes and detail.
Despite the controversy, the anticipation for the third season is intense. Hwang Dong-hyuk confirmed this idea, saying, "I know Netflix has a plan. They are not going to throw this idea away. Season 3 is not going to be the end of the Squid Game universe." This assurance is occasionally coupled with speculative chatter about possible new talent joining the cast and promising story hooks exploring our character Gi-hun's continued fight. Rumors of Leonardo DiCaprio making a cameo began to swirl, but Netflix swiftly denied any such plans, claiming no involvement of the Hollywood star.
Nevertheless, as fans eagerly await more information and the ultimate release of Season 3, they can catch up on Seasons 1 and 2, both streaming now on Netflix. Season 2's gripping seven episodes pushed the narrative framework and heightened the suspense, priming audiences for what promises to be the conclusion of this thrilling saga. With the leak effectively heightening excitement, fans are now joyfully counting down the days to June 2025, ready to see where Gi-hun’s story leads next.