Summary
Squid Gameis set to return for its third and final season. A new fan theory suggests a dark ending for its lead character.
Squid Gameis one of the most successful shows ever released onNetflix. Its first and second seasons were well-received upon release by critics and brought viewers in droves. However, series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk is determined to end the show after three seasons despite its success. Fans have a new theory about Gi-hun’s (Lee Jung-jae) fate inSquid Game’s third season.
Gi-hun was left devastated in the final scenes ofSquid Game’s second seasonafter the Front Man shot and killed his childhood best friend Jung-bae (Lee Seo-hwan) as a consequence of the revolution he started. This harrowing ending was abrupt, but the showrunner said he cut Season 2 after the seventh episode because it was “a big turning point.” Dong-hyuk was right as it left an indelible impression, with many saying they couldn’t wait to watch Season 3. However, its main character might have an unfortunate ending if some fans were to decide his fate. In a post on Reddit, one fan shared a snap of Gi-hun with the words “Player 456, eliminated.” Then the original poster asked the others how they felt about it.Squid Gameplayers are only eliminated when they lose a game and die.
Over a hundred fans reacted, with many expressing they would be sad. However, they were open to it because they felt it could justify the story. “As gut-wrenching as it would be, an actually great twist if done right ngl,” one fancommented. Several others shared the same sentiment. “As a human, I want him to live, but for the show/as a writer, I want him to die at the end,” anotherwrote.A different fanalso believed that the theory was plausible. According to them,Gi-hunwill die in the end and, hopefully, the organization behind the deadly game will end with him. They acknowledge that this would be a “really sad” ending, but they feel that Gi-hun is helpless and can’t do anything unless Jun-ho arrives to help. Meanwhile, some also argue that the best ending would be for Gi-hun to survive because he is such a beloved character to be killed off.
There are numerous fan theories forSquid GameSeason 3, and while the speculation about Gi-hun dying is a hard pill to swallow, it could leave a strong impression on ending the show. Killing the lead character can make a finale unforgettable and leave a lasting impact. Also, a tragic or sacrificial ending can make a great narrative closure for characters seeking redemption. Gi-hun started a revolution in Season 2, which caused numerous unnecessary deaths. Thus, there is a chance that he will seek redemption. Also, death can reinforce the story’s core themes about sacrifice, mortality, and heroism. However, there is also a risk of alienating fans, especially if the death feels unnecessary or forced because, normally, many prefer a happy ending. Others also thought that a tragic ending could undermine the character’s journey. Who knows what will happen?
Squid Gamestreams on Netflix and its third and final season will premiere on July 28, 2025.
