‘Squid Game’ Season 3 Breaks Netflix’s Viewership Record in First Three Days

The third and final season of the Korean drama ‘Squid Game’ has shattered Netflix’s viewership records, amassing a stunning 60.1 million views in just three days following its premiere. This debut has positioned ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 as Netflix’s ninth most-watched non-English language TV show ever. Although this launch compares slightly less favorably than Season 2, which garnered 68 million views in its first four days, the season 3 record remains impressive. Season 2 was released on a Thursday, giving it an additional day of viewership, while Season 3 launched on a Friday. Despite the slight difference in release timing, the show continues to captivate global audiences with its dark and thrilling narrative. The new season follows protagonist Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) as he attempts to challenge the deadly competition and prove humanity’s worth to the game’s enigmatic leader, the Front Man. The massive success of ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 reaffirms the franchise’s global appeal and Netflix’s dominance in international TV programming.