Due to popularity that the famous action packed Korean drama series Squid Game received, a reality show based on it has been created. It follows the exact games featured in the series including red light green light, tug-of-war, marbles, and many others. Similar to the show, 456 really life contestants will enter and try to navigate their way to completing each challenge to win the big cash prize. Familiar elements from the show will be included, such as the iconic red jumpsuits and the hauntingly familiar doll-faced guards, which will all contribute to the spine-tingling authenticity of the experience.
The Squid Game-inspired reality show’s teaser has certainly lived up to the hype, promising a thrilling and suspenseful viewing experience. The teaser doesn’t reveal too much about the specific challenges contestants will face, but it does provide tantalizing glimpses of some of the games. It has already ignited discussions on social media, with fans speculating about the fate of their favorite contestants and the challenges that lie ahead. According to Hollywood Reporter, the brand new reality show will be hitting Netflix line-up on Nov. 22.
In a previous post by mxdwn, Netflix’s VP unscripted and documentary series , Brandon Riegg has stated “Squid Game took the world by storm with [director Hwang Dong-hyuk’s] captivating story and iconic imagery, while additionally declaring, We’re grateful for his support as we turn the fictional world into reality in this massive competition and social experiment”.
In the television world, where the stakes are always high and the drama never ends, the Squid Game theme reality show is sure to be the center of attention and make a big impact. The teaser has given us a quick glimpse, and one thing is for certain that the show seems promising, and would be unforgettable and a wonderful experience, to both the participants and viewers.