Squid Game Season 3 Dominates Global Netflix Charts with Record-Breaking Debut

Netflix's highly anticipated series 'Squid Game' Season 3 has taken the world by storm, securing the top spot in the Global TOP 10 Series (Non-English) category within just three days of its release. It has also become the first Netflix show to rank number one in the TOP 10 across 93 countries during its debut week. Netflix has unveiled exclusive stills from 'Squid Game 3'.

'Squid Game 3' follows the gripping story of Gi-hun, who re-enters the deadly game with a personal mission, only to lose his closest friend. The series also delves into the hidden identity of the Front Man and the fate of the surviving participants. Within its first three days, 'Squid Game 3' amassed 60.1 million views (calculated by dividing viewing hours by the total runtime), topping the global charts and capturing the attention of audiences worldwide. The newly released stills offer a glimpse into the lives of the participants and their return to normalcy.

Released on June 27, 'Squid Game' Season 3 achieved 60.1 million views in just three days, claiming the number one spot in all 93 countries where Netflix compiles its TOP 10 list, including the United States, Japan, France, and Brazil. This unprecedented success marks it as the first Netflix show to achieve such a feat. Additionally, it entered the TOP 10 of Netflix's all-time series (Non-English) in ninth place, with Seasons 1, 2, and 3 all ranking within the top 10 of Netflix's most popular series (Non-English). Furthermore, Season 2 climbed to third place and Season 1 to sixth place in the Global TOP 10 for the past week, proving its enduring appeal to fans worldwide.

The newly unveiled stills capture the final moments of the participants in the game and their diverse lives after returning to normalcy. Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) is seen hanging precariously from the Squid Game's high wall, showcasing his humanity as he strives to save others even in the face of life and death. The Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) holding a baby adds intrigue to the story's conclusion, while glimpses of his past as participant 132 enhance the narrative's depth. The tense expressions of Myung-gi (Im Si-wan) and the fear-stricken Dae-ho (Kang Ha-neul) convey the gripping tension. Jun-ho (Wi Ha-jun), who has been relentlessly searching for his brother In-ho on the game island, is seen gazing at a baby cradle, surprising viewers with an unexpected scene. The Pink Guard No-eul (Park Gyu-young) who fought to protect Kyung-seok (Lee Jin-wook) and Kyung-seok's return to normalcy also draw attention. The stills of characters like Hyun-joo (Park Sung-hoon), Yong-sik (Yang Dong-geun), Geum-ja (Kang Ae-shim), Jun-hee (Cho Yu-ri), and Sun-nyeo (Chae Gook-hee), along with the impactful presence of Min-soo (Lee Da-wit) and Nam-kyu (Noh Jae-won), capture the moments before their final fates, enhancing the show's immersion.

The stills also feature scene-stealer Woo-seok (Jeon Seok-ho) and special guest Park Hee-soon as the unit commander, along with other unique characters in suits, adding to the show's entertainment value. Finally, the stills of the final game, the high-altitude Squid Game, and the introduction of a new character, Cheol-soo, turning the jump rope, heighten anticipation for the new developments.

'Squid Game 3' is currently streaming on Netflix.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr