Netflix Announces Surprise New Star-Studded ‘Squid Game’ Project Out of Nowhere

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Published Mar 4, 2026, 8:01 PM EST

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It’s been less than a year since the third and final season of Squid Game premiered on Netflix. When the hit series first arrived back in 2021, it was impossible to predict that it would go on to become the most-watched Netflix show of all time. Squid Game was also only planned as a one-season show, but after the viewership ratings went through the roof, Netflix had no choice but to ask creator Hwang Dong-Hyuk to continue the story. It took some time, but near the end of 2024, Squid Game returned with its second season, with the third and final season following about six months later. The show came under fire from fans, who felt the final two seasons could have easily been mashed into one, especially since it only spans one full Squid Game.

Netflix has already announced an American Squid Game remake from director David Fincher, which is reportedly set to begin shooting any day now. The series had also expanded with a new reality show, Squid Game: The Challenge. Netflix has already aired two full seasons of Squid Game: The Challenge, and the show has been renewed for a third season, which is expected sometime later this year or early next year. The streamer is far from done with its biggest property, though, as another Squid Game spin-off has been officially announced. Just yesterday, Netflix confirmed it was developing a new Squid Game reality show, titled Squid Game: The VIP Challenge, featuring celebrities from all walks of life. Season 1 will include former NBA star Tristan Thompson, Owning Manhattan’s Ryan Serhant, Spice Girls member Mel B, and more.

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When Does David Fincher’s ‘Squid Game’ Come Out?

Netflix has yet to announce when David Fincher’s mysterious Squid Game project will be released. After Cate Blanchett appeared at the end of Squid Game Season 3, many fans assumed it was a connection to the show, but that has since been debunked. No cast members for Fincher’s Squid Game project have been announced, but considering how big a property the franchise has become for Netflix, it will likely have no trouble securing some big names. The show also has a seal of approval from original creator Hwang Dong-Hyuk.

Check out all episodes of both Squid Game and Squid Game: The Challenge on Netflix and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Squid Game: The VIP Challenge.