• Squid Game 2 is Netflix's third most-watched season with 152.5 million views, following Wednesday (252M) and Squid Game Season 1 (265M).
  • The second season broke records as Netflix’s biggest TV debut, earning 68M views in four days and 126.2M in two weeks.
  • The franchise’s success extends to Squid Game: Unleashed, a video game adaptation that hit No. 1 on the App Store in 107 countries.

Squid Game 2 has officially become Netflix’s third most-watched season, amassing an impressive 152.5 million views globally. The hit series, which stars Lee Jung-Jae, sits behind Wednesday with 252 million views and the first season of Squid Game, which holds the record with 265 million views. With this achievement, Squid Game now occupies two of Netflix’s top three spots, solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon.

A Record-Breaking Start

The second season hit the ground running upon release. Within just four days of its premiere, the show garnered 68 million views, breaking records to become Netflix’s biggest TV debut ever. By the end of its second week, the viewership surged to 126.2 million, dominating the non-English TV top 10 list. Meanwhile, the renewed interest in the franchise brought the first season back into Netflix’s Top 10, where it climbed to No. 3.

Continues to Dominate Charts

Even weeks after its debut, Squid Game 2 continues to control Netflix’s charts. For the most recent week, it stood as the platform’s most-watched title with 26.3 million views. Moreover, the success extended beyond the series itself. The video game adaptation, Squid Game: Unleashed, skyrocketed to the No. 1 spot on the App Store charts in 107 countries, further reflecting the franchise’s widespread appeal.

Future of the Franchise

Netflix has confirmed Squid Game will likely end after its third season. However, the company has hinted at plans to expand the franchise, though details remain unclear. This indicates that fans could see more from the Squid Game universe beyond the main series.

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