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David Fincher Reportedly Adapting ‘Squid Game’ as Netflix Series

©The Curious Case of Benjamin Button David Fincher is reportedly ready to develop Hwang Dong-hyuk’s Squid Game into an English-language series for Netflix. Released in 2021, Squid Game holds the record for being Netflix’s most popular series, attracting more than 142 million member households and 1.65 billion viewing hours in its first four weeks alone….

David Fincher Reportedly Will Direct English-Language Version of ‘Squid Game’

©Paramount Pictures, Courtesy of Curious Case of Benjamin Button  David Fincher is reportedly working on an English-language version of the Korean hit film Squid Game. Though Netflix has not yet officially announced the project, all indications are that the remake is definitely in the works for the streamer. According to Rodrigo Perez of The Playlist,…

Hwang Dong-hyuk’s ‘Squid Game’ To Return in December for Second Netflix Season

Squid Game is returning to Netflix, with its second season premiere set to debut on December 26. Directed, written, and produced by Hwang Dong-hyuk for Firstman Studio, the Korean drama debuted on September 17, 2021 and became the first Netflix series to garner 100 million members at the time of its launch, accumulating more than…

One Piece Tops Netflix Views for 2023’s Second Half

©Photo by COURTESY OF NETFLIX – © 2023 Netflix, Inc. Netflix has unveiled data about the time users spent watching its titles, as well as how wide its global reach was, during the second half of 2023. The apocalyptic psychological thriller, Leave the World Behind, was the most-watched film, while the anime-inspired live action show One…

Netflix Renews Squid Game and 3 Body Problem

Netflix has renewed two of its most successful television series – Squid Game and 3 Body Problem – for additional episodes after they both received acclaim upon their initial releases. Both shows are entering into their second seasons on the streaming platform. Squid Game Season 2 is expected to begin streaming on Netflix later this…

‘Squid Game’ Actor Oh Yeong-Su Convicted of Sexual Misconduct

Oh Yeong-Su, the 79-year-old South Korean actor, was convicted today in Seoul of sexual misconduct. Oh, who captured a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Oh Il-nam in Netflix’s Squid Game, had been charged in 2022 that he hugged a woman and kissed her on the cheek without her consent. He was reportedly sentenced …

Squid Game: The Challenge | Official Teaser | Netflix

Netflix have dropped a new trailer for “Squid Game : The challenge,” their upcoming reality show based on “Squid Game.” The streamer also confirmed the show is set to drop on Nov. 22. Previously, they revealed the game show was going to premiere in November at their Tudu fan event earlier this summer. Synopsis: 456 real…

‘Squid Game’ Actor Lee Jung-Jae Cast in Disney+’s ‘Star Wars’ Series ‘The Acolyte’

Squid Game‘s lead star, Lee Jung-Jae has found his first major studio role following his performance on the Emmy Award-nominated survival drama television show. The SAG and Golden Globe Award-winning actor has been cast as the male lead in Disney+’s upcoming live-action Star Wars television series, The Acolyte, Deadline is reporting. Lee will play the…

Emmy Nominations Announced, Led by ‘Succession’

The nominations for the 74th Emmy Awards were announced this morning by J.B. Smoove and Melissa Fumero. A record number of series in competition has resulted in a list that overwhelmingly favors a few shows far ahead of the rest. The nomination leader is Succession, which earned a whopping 25 nominations. Next up are Ted…

Squid Game / Season 2 Announcement

Netflix has released a new video of “Squid Game Season 2” which is confirming that the second season is underway and a statement that confirms several returns. Red light… GREENLIGHT! Squid Game is officially coming back for Season 2! pic.twitter.com/4usO2Zld39 — Netflix (@netflix) June 12, 2022 The series gained a critical and commercial success, earned three…

SAG Awards: Winners List : Could “Coda” Win the Best Picture at the Oscar?

The 28th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were handed out Sunday night in 15 categories. The Sundance Winner, “CODA” took home the award for best film ensemble, becoming the first film with a predominantly deaf cast to receive the award.  After landing 12 Oscar nominations, Netflix’s “The Power of the Dog” looks to be favorite to…