The hit Netflix series Squid Game has ended with its third and final season, leaving fans stunned with unexpected cameos. The finale, released on June 27, 2025, featured surprise appearances by T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun), Jung Ho Yeon, and Hollywood star Cate Blanchett. These guest roles added emotional depth and excitement to the already intense conclusion.
T.O.P and Jung Ho Yeon Return in Hallucination Scene
Fans were shocked to see T.O.P, who played Thanos (Player 230) in Squid Game Season 2, make a brief return. His character was killed earlier in the series, but he reappeared in a hallucination sequence.
In the scene, Park Min-su (Player 125), played by Lee David, takes drugs left behind by Thanos. This causes him to see visions of both Thanos and Se Mi (Player 380), played by Won Ji An, who also died in Season 2. The two characters try to pull Min-su into death with them, adding a haunting layer to his final moments.
“Min-su’s hallucination was one of the most chilling parts of the season. Seeing Thanos and Se Mi again was unexpected but made his fate even more tragic.” – Fan reaction on social media.
Jung Ho Yeon, who played Kang Sae-byeok (Player 067) in Season 1, also made a brief but impactful return. Her character appeared in a vision to Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), stopping him from making a deadly choice.
“Sae-byeok’s cameo was short but powerful. It reminded Gi-hun of his humanity at a critical moment.” – Viewer comment on Reddit.
Cate Blanchett’s Mysterious Role as a New Recruiter
The biggest surprise came in the final moments of the series. Cate Blanchett, the two-time Oscar winner, appeared as a new recruiter for the deadly games.
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In the closing scene, Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) is seen driving through Los Angeles. He spots Blanchett’s character playing ddakji (the Korean paper-flipping game) with a homeless man in an alley. She nods at him, hinting that she is part of the same organization.
“As you wish…” – Cate Blanchett’s character smirks before continuing the game.
This scene has sparked rumors about a possible American spin-off of Squid Game. While Netflix has not confirmed anything, fans are already speculating about Blanchett’s potential role in a future project.
Other Key Cameos and Emotional Goodbyes
The finale also brought back Kang Cheol, the younger brother of Sae-byeok, reuniting with his mother at an airport. This was a touching callback to Season 1, where Sae-byeok’s wish was to bring her family together.
Additionally, No-eul (Park Gyu-young), a former guard, had a heartfelt moment with Gyeong-seok (Lee Jin-wuk), a player she helped escape. She later left to search for her missing daughter, leaving fans hopeful for her future.
While the main series has ended, the appearance of Cate Blanchett has opened doors for new possibilities. Some reports suggest that director David Fincher might be involved in a U.S. version, though Netflix has not made any official announcements.
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Fans are also discussing whether other characters could return in spin-offs or special episodes. For now, the legacy of Squid Game remains strong, with its final season delivering shocking twists and emotional farewells.
