Summary
Netflix’sSquid Gamewrapped up on June 27th, 2025, and as fans dissect the season 3 ending andwonder about some possible spinoffs,one cast member is revealing what they think about their character’s decision.
Squid Gamehas been a steady ratings hit for Netflix since its fall 2021 premiere. The chilling games that the main characters play, along with their challenging life circumstances and past traumas, have made it must-see TV. Although there are several interesting characters to follow along with,Gi-hun, or Player 456 (Lee Jung-jae), is at the heart of the story. His dynamic with the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) is one of the best arcs on the series, and games such as Tug of War, Marbles, and Red Light, Green Light are eerie and memorable. Whilefans had certain ideas for the show’s ending, the series finale was definitely different than they were expecting. The big twist at the end surprised many, and while some think it works, others weren’t satisfied. A belovedSquid Gamestar revealed exactly what they thought of the season 3 finale, and it’s fascinating to hear their take on it.
Lee Jung-jae Discusses Their Take On The Squid Game Season 3 Ending
In an interview withThe Hollywood Reporter,Lee Jung-jae praised the ending ofSquid Gameseason 3. The star said that another show wouldn’t have featured this type of ending, but it makes sense given the overall message. He explained:
“Squid Gameis different. It’s not just spectacle — it’s about the themes of our inner humanity and societal relationships. I think director Hwang wanted a very clear and complete ending…”
The actor also shared that they had so much “trust” in Hwang Dong-hyuk that they knew this was the right direction for the story to take. They said:
“I made the choice to fully support his vision. I believed it was the best choice for the story.”
Fans knewtheSquid Gameseason 3 endingwould be one to remember, and everyone is still talking about the twist. In hisTHRinterview, Lee Jung-jae also shared his take on the ultimate theme and message of the show. He said he thinks Gi-hun represents how people can relate to each other and support each other. He said they should “try to understand each other, to keep our dignity and work towards harmony” and added,“we may see a future with less division and conflict. That’s where hope lies.“While there’s no denying there is some evil in theSquid Gameworld, there are compassionate characters, too, and this contrast makes the show gripping.
While Hwang has made it clear that he chose to concludeSquid Gameafter three seasons, he has noted that hemight be part of a spinoff or the planned American versionin some way, shape, or form. Although the series premiered in 2021 and wrapped up just a few years later, he dreamed up theSquid Gamepremise in 2008, so he’s been working on it for a long time, according toTHR.
For now, Hwang is working on a new project: according toVariety, he’smaking a movie calledKilling Old People Clubwhich is adapted from a book written by Umberto Eco. The filmmaker and showrunner called it “more violent thanSquid Game,” which is notable consideringthe sad and horrifying deaths on the series. Previously, Hwang wrote and directed the moviesThe Fortress,Silenced,Desperation, andMy Father.
Despite the criticism of the ending,Squid Gameseason 3 can still be considered a success.The six final episodes have 106.3 million total views in 10 days, and asVarietyreported,Squid Gameis the only Netflix show to have achieved this feat.
