Squid Game, Season Three by Hwang Dong-hyuk (2025)
After two solid seasons of engrossing twists, turns, and drama, Squid Game ends on a somewhat underwhelming note that leaves you wondering what might’ve been had series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk not written himself into a corner. Season three tries to balance several compelling storylines: the game itself, a rogue detective trying to shut down the game, and a North Korean defector who works for the game but has her own agenda. However, the end result is something of a mess, with the various storylines stretched to their breaking point (especially the detective’s island-hopping search) and ultimately undercutting each other. That said, Squid Game’s final season does contain its fair share of compelling and gasp-inducing moments, and I appreciate that Hwang still refused to play it safe with his characters right up to the bitter (if somewhat predictable) end.
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