Squid Game

2021 · TV Series · TV-MA · ★ 7.9 · 75% critics

Action & AdventureMysteryDramaThriller

Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a mysterious invitation to compete in children’s games. A huge prize promises hope, but the competition quickly turns deadly with shocking consequences for those who fall behind.

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Streaming on Netflix.

~23 hours to watch · 23 episodes.

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Details

Original title: 오징어 게임
Years: 2021–2025
Release date: 2021-09-17
Network: Netflix
Language: Korean
Rated: TV-MA
Max quality: UHD
Critic score: 75/100
TMDB rating: 7.9/10 (17,448 votes)

About

You’ll likely like this if you enjoy high-stakes survival drama and disturbing game tension; Not for you if you dislike “death game” stories, or if you’re sensitive to gory moments like in Battle Royale.

Pros: tense, bingeable thriller; standout performances; memorable visuals | Cons: motivation feels off; some pacing issues; dubbing criticisms