Rumors about Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio making an appearance in Squid Game 3 have been officially debunked by Netflix. Addressing the speculation, a Netflix representative categorically stated, “The rumors are completely false. Reports of Leonardo DiCaprio’s involvement in Squid Game Season 3 are entirely unfounded.”
The Origin of the Rumors
The rumors began circulating after a report from OSEN claimed that Leonardo DiCaprio had completed a surprise cameo for the third season of the global phenomenon. The report suggested that filming for his alleged role, said to be minor, was conducted under strict secrecy in 2024 to avoid spoilers.
Netflix’s Update on Squid Game 3
In more exciting news for fans, Netflix has confirmed that Squid Game 3 will premiere in 2025. This announcement comes on the heels of the record-breaking success of Squid Game Season 2, which debuted on December 26, 2024, and achieved a staggering 68 million views within its first week, making it the most-watched first week in Netflix history.
Alongside the announcement, Netflix released a special teaser poster featuring Young Hee, the iconic doll from the “Red Light, Green Light” game, alongside a new robot character, Cheol Su, who made a surprise appearance in the post-credits scene of Season 2.
A Quick Look Back at Squid Game
Directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk, Squid Game premiered in 2021 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. The gripping narrative follows a secret competition in South Korea targeting individuals in financial debt, offering a massive cash prize for the winner—but at a deadly cost for those who lose.
Season 2 continued the story with Lee Jung-jae reprising his role and introduced new twists and characters. Director Hwang recently revealed that the concept for the show was initially developed 15 years ago as a two-hour film but struggled to gain traction. Transitioning to a TV series format and partnering with Netflix gave the project a global platform, leading to its unprecedented success.
Fans can now eagerly await the third installment of this thrilling series, assured that while DiCaprio won’t be part of it, Squid Game 3 promises to continue delivering the high-stakes drama and suspense that have captivated audiences worldwide.
