: Within its first 28 days, it reached over 111 million households , surpassing Bridgerton to become Netflix's biggest launch ever.
On September 17, 2021, a nine-episode series titled Squid Game dropped on Netflix with relatively little fanfare. Within weeks, it wasn't just a show—it was a global obsession. Created, written, and directed by Hwang Dong-hyuk , the series introduced us to a brutal world where 456 debt-ridden contestants risked their lives for a chance at a massive ₩45.6 billion cash prize. Why Season 1 Changed Everything Season 1 Sep. 17, 2021
While Squid Game dominated the headlines, that Friday was a busy day for television. Other major premieres included: : Within its first 28 days, it reached