Squid Game Season 2 Breaks Records: Becomes Netflix’s Third Most Watched Series Ever

Squid Game has significantly redefined its success metrics with the release of its second season on Netflix. Since its debut in September 2021, this gripping South Korean dystopian thriller, created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, has captivated audiences worldwide. The premise revolves around 456 financially-pressed contestants who participate in perilous children’s games with a staggering prize of ₩45.6 billion. Following an unprecedented reception for its first season, which emerged as Netflix’s most-watched series, season 2 is gearing up to continue this remarkable trend.

As reported by Netflix Tudum, season 2 has shattered viewership records, currently ranking #2 on the platform’s all-time list of Most Popular Non-English Shows. With an astonishing 152.5 million views and 1,093 million viewing hours, the latest season has surpassed Netflix’s renowned series, Stranger Things season 4, making it the third most-watched show in the platform’s history—trailing only behind the original Squid Game season and Wednesday season 1.

Implications for the Long-Term Future of Squid Game Season 2

Will the Second Season Surpass the Original?

A group of five male contestants stand at the first game in the six-legged race of Squid Game S2

While Squid Game season 2 has not yet reached the iconic status of its predecessor, there is much optimism for its future. Despite the substantial hiatus between the first and second seasons, audience enthusiasm remains strong, and the current series is well-positioned to continue its record-breaking trajectory. It’s conceivable that season 2 might ultimately exceed its predecessor in viewership, but this would necessitate an impressive gain of over 125 million views.

Ranking #	Netflix Show	Viewing Figures
#1	Squid Game Season 1	265.2 million
#2	Wednesday Season 1	252.1 million
#3	Squid Game Season 2	152.5 million
#4	Stranger Things Season 4	140.7 million
#5	DAHMER: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story	115.6 million

As Squid Game season 2 has only been available for streaming since December 26, 2024, it is anticipated that viewership figures will continue to climb well into summer. Despite mixed reviews suggesting that the second season lacks the compelling nature of its predecessor, the introduction of new characters could provide a fresh angle, potentially posing challenges for audience connection akin to that seen in season 1.

Our Perspective on the Long-Term Legacy of Squid Game

A Modern Classic That Could Become the Defining Netflix Series

Thanos is excited about voting O in Squid Game

Squid Game has undoubtedly cemented itself as one of Netflix’s hallmark productions. With the announcement of season 3 being the series finale, there’s notable anticipation that it may achieve unprecedented records. Although the viewership figures of the first season are formidable and may remain unrivaled, season 2 shows promising potential to break through existing benchmarks.

Source: Netflix Tudum

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