Netflix has just announced the remaining cast members that are joining the second season of the global hit Squid Game, as anticipation continues to soar after the first cast members were revealed at Tudum earlier this month.

This week, cast members and showrunners gathered for their first table read (pictured above) as the world waits eagerly for the production of Squid Game Season 2 to begin later this year. From rising stars to veteran actors, the ensemble cast boasts a diverse range of talent and experiences. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, who won an Emmy for the first season, will return to direct and executive produce the entire second season.

• Park Gyu-young: Well known for her role in the Netflix series Sweet Home Seasons 1 and 2, she will also be starring in the upcoming Netflix series Celebrity.   
• Jo Yu-ri: Singer and actress and a former member of the South Korean-Japanese girl group Iz*One. 
• Kang Ae-sim: A highly respected theatre and musical actress in Korea. Her performance in the TV series Be Melodramatic and Netflix’s series Move to Heaven left a deep impression on the audience. 
• Lee David: Best known for his supporting roles in director Hwang’s film The Fortress. Fun fact: He met Lee Jung-jae through the film, Svaha: The Sixth Finger.
• Lee Jin-uk:  Starred in Netflix’s series Sweet Home Seasons 1 and 2. He is also recognised for his roles in various Korean dramas and films, including one of director Hwang’s biggest films, Miss Granny.
• Choi Seung-hyun: The singer and actor have starred in various Korean films and TV series such as Tazza: The Hidden Card and Commitment.
• Roh Jae-won: Made his acting debut in 2021 and is fast gaining recognition through films like Missing Yoon and Ditto.
• Won Ji-an: Made an impressive debut on the first season of the Netflix series D.P.
• Lee Jung-Jae, Lee Byung-Hun, Yim Si-Wan, Kang Ha-Neul, Park Gyu-Young, Park Sung-Hoon, Jo Yu-Ri, Wi Ha-Jun, Yang Dong-Geun, Kang Ae-Sim, Lee David, Lee Jin-Uk,  Choi Seung-Hyun, Roh Jae-Won, Won Ji-An  With Gong Yoo

Squid Game is a 9-episode series starring Lee Jung-Jae (New World, Assassination) and Park Hae-Soo (Time to Hunt, Prison Playbook). You can watch Season 1 on Netflix right now.

A mysterious invitation to join the game is sent to people at risk who are in dire need of money. 456 participants from all walks of life are locked into a secret location where they play games in order to win 45.6 billion won. Every game is a Korean traditional children’s game such as Red Light, Green Light, but the consequence of losing is death. Who will be the winner, and what is the purpose behind this game?