Squid Game (2021)

Synopsis

Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits — with deadly high stakes.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
• Netflix Standard with Ads

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun / Player 456
• Wi Ha-jun as Detective Hwang Jun-ho
• Jeon Young-soo as Game Guide (voice)
• Lee Byung-hun as Front Man / Hwang In-ho
• Yim Si-wan as Lee Myung-gi / Player 333
• Jo Yu-ri as Kim Jun-hee / Player 222
• Park Gyu-young as Kang No-eul / Guard 011
• Kang Ae-sim as Jang Geum-ja / Player 149
• Lee Jin-uk as Park Gyeong-seok / Player 246
• Yang Dong-geun as Park Yong-sik / Player 007

If you liked Squid Game, try

• Titans
• Bloodhounds
• The Day of the Jackal
• Taxi Driver
• The Unit
• The Capture
• The Twilight Zone
• Citadel

BingeNext's take

If you’re into intense dramas that mix mystery with action and adventure, Squid Game is a gripping watch that pulls you into a world where desperate people play deadly children’s games for a huge cash prize. The story is filled with suspense and unexpected twists, making it perfect for those who like their shows thrilling and thought-provoking. With three seasons and 22 episodes, it offers plenty of time to get invested in the characters, including performances by Lee Jung-jae and Wi Ha-jun that really bring the tension alive. Watching Squid Game feels like being caught in a high-stakes game yourself, where every decision matters and the stakes couldn’t be higher. If you enjoyed shows like Titans or Bloodhounds, this one will keep you hooked and eager for more.