American Adaptation of Squid Game is Still Happening

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By Katarina Trajkovic

Published 2 days ago

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An English adaptation of Squid Game is reportedly in development, with David Fincher potentially directing.
Fincher has been working on the adaptation for over two years and enlisted British writer Dennis Kelly for the project.
Squid Game Season 2 is in production, with creator Hwang Dong-hyuk returning as director and executive producer.

As Squid Game gears up for the much-anticipated premiere of its second season, there is buzz about another thrilling development. Reports indicate that an English adaptation of the hit series might be in the works.

The highly successful Korean drama, Squid Game, was confirmed for a second season a while ago, and fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere date. In the meantime, more exciting news has surfaced. Reportedly, an adaptation of the series is in the works, with a renowned director attached to the project.

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While we patiently await the next season of Squid Game, a significant update has surfaced. According to an exclusive report by The Playlist, an American adaptation of the hit series is in the works, with none other than David Fincher interested in directing. Reportedly, Fincher has been quietly working on this adaptation for over two years. Although Netflix has not confirmed this, the news is promising and hints at something intriguing on the horizon.

The hit K-dramaSquid Game became a global sensation when it premiered in 2021. Its immense popularity even prompted Netflix to create a reality show based on the series and secure a second season. Meanwhile, back in 2019, David Fincher was working on a prequel for Chinatown, also for Netflix. However, seeing the potential in Squid Game, he put that project on hold. Although initial reports about an American adaptation emerged last year, nothing was confirmed until now. The latest update reveals that Fincher is determined to bring this adaptation to life. Reportedly, he has enlisted British writer Dennis Kelly (Utopia, Matilda the Musical) for the project. The two already have a history of working together, with Fincher initially set to direct Kelly's Utopia before budgetary constraints halted production. The current status of the Squid Game adaptation remains "unclear," and it is speculated to be Fincher's next major project. While no further details are available, it appears that the adaptation will not be released soon, especially with the original series still in production. Netflix has yet to comment on these developments.

Meanwhile, Squid Game is gearing up for its highly anticipated second season premiere later this year, with creator Hwang Dong-hyuk returning as director and executive producer. The season will see familiar faces like Lee Jung-jae reprising his role as Seong Gi-Hun, alongside Lee Byung-Hun as the enigmatic Front Man, Wi Ha-jun as Hwang Jun-Ho, and Gong Yoo as the unnamed recruiter for the games. Joining them are new additions to the cast, including Yim Si-Wan, Kang Ha-Neul, Park Sung-Hoon, Yang Dong-Geun, Park Gyu-young, Jo Yu-ri, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Lee Jin-uk, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, and Won Ji-an, although details about their characters remain undisclosed. As anticipation builds, details about the storyline of season two are closely guarded. However, Lee Jung-jae has teased fans with promises of a season filled with "twists and turns," ensuring a narrative that will keep viewers captivated. He has also hinted that the upcoming season's script surpasses its predecessor in both complexity and emotional depth, promising an exhilarating continuation of the Squid Game saga.

Squid Game Season 1 is currently streaming on Netflix.

Source: The Playlist

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