The holiday season may conclude, but for fans of Hwang Dong-hyuk’s captivating drama, the second season of Squid Game has just wrapped up. Despite its intense themes rather than festive cheer, Season 2 erupted in popularity, quickly climbing the ranks to become one of Netflix’s top television series, mirroring the success of its initial season.
Excitingly, a third season has already been confirmed, though the lack of an official release date suggests that viewers may need to exercise patience before diving into the next thrilling chapter of this compelling narrative.
In the meantime, those craving additional adrenaline and suspense can find solace in another unsettling competition series featured on Netflix. However, caution is advised; this show is not for the faint-hearted.
The 8 Show: A Darker Twist on Competition
Similar to the grueling challenges presented in Squid Game, The 8 Show also pits contestants against one another as they vie for a lucrative prize. This new Netflix series, however, takes a different approach by limiting the competition to just eight players, and intriguingly, there are no established rules.
Released in 2024—following the massive success of Squid Game Season 1 in 2021—The 8 Show thrusts its eight participants into a confined environment for an indeterminate duration. The prize pool begins to grow for every minute they spend inside, creating a tantalizing yet perilous situation.
Initially, the contestants band together to share expenses for basic necessities like food and supplies, relying on the increasing prize money. Yet, tensions escalate rapidly as disparities in wealth and living conditions among players become evident, leading to intense power struggles and some deeply humiliating and painful experiences.
While the show’s core concept bears resemblance to that of Squid Game, many viewers describe The 8 Show as significantly more disturbing. For those skeptical about the capacity for escalation, just wait until you hear about the “human piñata” concept—it’s indeed shocking.
All eight gripping episodes of The 8 Show are now available for streaming on Netflix, ready to fill the void left by Squid Game as fans eagerly anticipate the next season.
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