‘Squid Game’ Creator Confirms Gi-hun’s Ending, Teases Possible Spinoff with American Twist

Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind Netflix’s global hit Squid Game, has officially confirmed the fate of protagonist Seong Gi-hun as the series wraps with its final season. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Hwang expressed a deep sense of relief now that the story has reached its end. “There hasn’t been a single day that went by without me thinking about Squid Game. This is something that has completely consumed me,” he shared.

Gi-hun’s Sacrificial Fate

In a fitting yet heartbreaking conclusion, Gi-hun — the debt-ridden father turned unlikely hero — ultimately sacrifices himself. His death ensures the survival of Jun-hee’s newborn child, who astonishingly becomes Player 222 and wins the deadly games. The infant steps into the legacy left by their mother and father — Jo Yu-ri’s Jun-hee and Yim Si-wan’s Lee Myung-gi (Player 333) — both of whom perish during the season’s brutal challenges.

This final act brings Gi-hun’s character arc full circle. From a desperate gambler to a symbol of resistance, his journey ends in tragedy but with hope for a new generation. As Hwang had promised, Gi-hun’s story is now complete.

A Surprise Appearance & Hints of Expansion

While the main narrative concludes, the door hasn’t entirely closed on the Squid Game universe. The final scene delivers a major twist: Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett appears as a recruiter for an American version of the Games, sparking immediate buzz about a possible spinoff.

Though Hwang emphasized that the ending wasn’t designed with a sequel in mind “at this time,” sources suggest that David Fincher is reportedly working on an English-language spinoff. This would mark a new chapter, possibly exploring the dark mechanics of the recruitment process or the global spread of the Games.

Creator Reflects on Closure and Future

Speaking on the emotional weight of concluding such a massive story, Hwang admitted that writing Gi-hun’s ending was particularly difficult. “If season three is met with as much love as people loved season one, then I think I’m definitely going to feel less empty about saying goodbye,” he said.

While the Korean narrative — including Gi-hun’s journey — is officially closed, Hwang remains open to exploring the larger world of Squid Game through spin-offs. Specifically, he has shown interest in diving into the lives and motives of the recruiters who lure players into the deadly competition.

What's Next?

As Squid Game bows out with a haunting mix of sacrifice and survival, fans can expect the legacy of the show to continue in new forms. Whether through an American version or deeper explorations into its chilling universe, one thing is clear: the Games are far from over.

With the story of Gi-hun now complete, the stage is set for a fresh perspective — and possibly a new generation of players.