Squid Game Season 2 has already started making waves, even before its premiere. The highly anticipated Netflix series has earned a nomination for the Golden Globes 2025 in the Best Television Series (Drama) category. This recognition adds to the excitement as fans eagerly await its release later this year.
Golden Globes 2025 Nominees for Best Drama Series
On December 10, 2024, the Golden Globes unveiled the list of nominees for its 82nd edition. Competing alongside Squid Game Season 2 are several other prominent shows:
The Day of the Jackal (Peacock)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Mr. & Mrs. Smith (Prime Video)
Shōgun (FX/Hulu)
Show Horses (Apple TV+)
This nomination solidifies the global impact of Korean storytelling, as Squid Game continues its streak of acclaim following the success of Season 1.
What to Expect from Season 2
Set to premiere on December 26, 2024, Squid Game Season 2 picks up directly after the events of the first season. Seong Gi Hun, played by Lee Jung Jae, makes a pivotal decision to abandon plans to reunite with his daughter. Instead, he re-enters the perilous games, aiming to expose the organization behind the deadly competition.
Returning cast members include:
- Lee Byung Hun as the mysterious Front Man
- Wi Ha Joon as police officer Hwang Jun Ho
- Gong Yoo as the recruiter
The new season will also introduce a star-studded lineup of characters, including:
- Im Siwan
- Kang Ha Neul
- Park Gyu Young
- Park Sung Hoon
- Jo Yuri
- Yang Dong Geun
- Lee David
- Lee Jin Wook
- BIGBANG’s T.O.P.
Fans can expect more high-stakes drama and unexpected twists as Hwang Dong Hyuk, the original creator, returns as director and screenwriter.
A Historic Nomination
The nomination of Squid Game Season 2 highlights the growing influence of Korean dramas on the global entertainment industry. With its gripping narrative and a stellar cast, the show has already captured the attention of critics and audiences worldwide.
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