After captivating global audiences with heart-pounding suspense and deep social commentary, Squid Game returns for one final, breathtaking chapter. On June 27, 2025, Netflix premiered Squid Game Season 3, concluding the dystopian thriller that has sparked global conversations since its debut. With fewer episodes but amplified drama, fans are finally discovering the fate of Gi-hun and the deadly game’s dark underbelly.
Squid Game Season 3 Release Date Netflix: Streaming Begins Worldwide Today
The wait is over. Squid Game Season 3 officially premiered on Netflix on June 27, 2025. Following Netflix’s consistent global release strategy, the new season dropped simultaneously in different regions — 12 AM PT in the US, and 12:30 PM IST in India. From Brazil to Japan, the world tuned in today to witness the climactic end of one of Netflix’s most watched series ever.
Despite having only six episodes — fewer than previous seasons — creators promise heightened suspense, faster pacing, and emotionally rich storytelling.
The Final Battle: Gi-hun’s Mission and the Game’s Collapse
Gi-hun, played by the iconic Lee Jung-jae, is no longer just a survivor. Season 3 follows his transition from victim to resistance as he attempts to dismantle the game from within. Haunted by trauma and driven by truth, his journey leads him straight into the heart of darkness controlled by the enigmatic Front Man (Lee Byung-hun).
As new layers of the game are revealed, characters both old and new challenge Gi-hun’s morality, resilience, and purpose. Will justice prevail, or will the game end him before he ends it?
Who’s in Season 3: Meet the Full Cast
Lee Jung-jae as Gi-hun
Lee Byung-hun as The Front Man
Wi Ha-jun as Hwang Jun-ho
Yim Si-wan as Myung-gi
Kang Ha-neul as Dae-ho
Park Sung-hoon as Hyun-ju
Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Jo Yuri, Lee David, and Roh Jae-won
Global Release Times Breakdown
Brazil – 4:00 AM
Argentina – 5:00 AM
South Africa – 10:00 AM
Turkey – 11:00 AM
India – 12:30 PM
Thailand – 3:00 PM
Philippines – 4:00 PM
Japan – 5:00 PM
Critical Praise and Fan Reactions
Early critics are hailing Season 3 as “a masterclass in emotional storytelling and narrative closure.” Fans flooded social media using #SquidGameSeason3, sharing fan theories, shock reactions, and tributes to fallen characters.
Where to Watch and How to Catch Up
All three seasons of Squid Game are available exclusively on Netflix. If you’re new to the series or need a refresher, binge the previous seasons to fully appreciate Season 3’s revelations and character arcs.
You Must Know:
When did Squid Game Season 3 release on Netflix?
It released globally on June 27, 2025.
How many episodes are there in Squid Game Season 3?
Only six — the shortest season yet but tightly packed with suspense.
Who stars in Season 3?
Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and several new high-profile additions.
What time was it released in India?
12:30 PM IST.
Is this the final season?
Yes, Netflix confirmed Season 3 is the concluding chapter.
