‘Squid Game’ creator Hwang Dong-hyuk reveals Season 2 will help ‘compensate’ for low earnings in Season 1
Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk revealed he earned a modest income from the first season despite its global success. He jokingly cited “money” as motivation for the second season, arriving December 26, 2024. Hwang’s personal experiences with financial hardship influenced the show’s themes. Season 2 is already nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Drama Series.