Netflix's megahit Squid Game Season 3 will premiere on June 27, 2025, with the streaming giant sharing the first photos from the new season, and it looks like fans are in for more surprises and shocking twists.

 

One major clue from the pictures is that Gi-Hun’s player number is missing from his clothes. In the past, he wore the famous number 456, but now it’s gone. Fans think this could mean something important about his character’s journey or a big change in the story. The show’s creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, might be using this small detail to hint at a new direction for the series.

 

In an exciting surprise, all 12 main cast members from Season 2 are returning! With Lee Jung-jae back as Gi-Hun, the fight to end the deadly games is getting more serious. Here's a look at the key characters coming back for Season 3:

 

Lee Jung-jae (Seong Gi-Hun)

Gi-Hun is torn between continuing the fight or giving up. Can he stay strong and win his battle for justice?

Lee Byung-hun (Front Man / In-ho)

The Front Man is ready for revenge. He’s in charge of the games and may cause even more chaos—especially with his brother also involved.

Yim Si-wan (Myung-gi)

Still hurt by his past mistakes, Myung-gi could bring lots of drama this season.

Kang Ha-neul (Dae-ho)

A former marine looking for peace, Dae-ho is struggling with his own painful memories.

Wi Ha-jun (Jun-ho)

Jun-ho is back and wants revenge! His tense relationship with his brother (the Front Man) will be one of the season’s most exciting storylines.

Park Gyu-young (No-eul)

No-eul went against the system in Season 2—and now must deal with the consequences. Will she survive or escape?

Park Sung-hoon (Hyun-ju)

Hyun-ju, once a soldier, is now leading the fight with Gi-Hun. Get ready for an action-packed showdown.

Yang Dong-geun (Young-sik)

Young-sik is unsure—should he play it safe or rise up against the games?

Kang Ae-sim (Jang Geum-ja)

Geum-ja will do anything to protect her son, even if it means risking her own life.

Jo Yuri (Jun-hee)

Jun-hee is pregnant and determined to survive. She must avoid Myung-gi’s tricks and protect her baby.

Lee David (Min-su)

Min-su wants to fix his past mistakes. But his journey might take a shocking turn.

Roh Jae-won (Nam-gyu)

Nam-gyu is dangerous. He’ll do whatever it takes to win—even if it means using violence.

 

Season 3 will be the most intense chapter yet. As secrets come out and loyalties are tested, the games get even more dangerous. Gi-Hun is more determined than ever to stop the deadly system—but will he succeed?

With returning stars and new characters, Season 3 is bringing a huge battle full of emotion, action, and surprises.