By Stephen Thompson
The ‘Squid Game’ finale answers questions, then raises one more : Pop Culture Happy Hour Netflix’s Korean drama Squid Game became a worldwide phenomenon, winning six Emmys and inspiring countless Halloween costumes. The series has now reached its bloody finale. As the current game concludes, more people die and we find out whether Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) and others can finally end the games for good.To access bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for Pop Culture Happy Hour, subscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour+ at plus.npr.org/happy.
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The ‘Squid Game’ finale answers questions, then raises one more
July 2, 20253:00 AM ET
Stephen Thompson
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Liz Metzger
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The ‘Squid Game’ finale answers questions, then raises one more
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Lee Jung-jae in the third season of Squid Game.
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Lee Jung-jae in the third season of Squid Game.
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Netflix’s Korean drama Squid Game became a worldwide phenomenon, winning six Emmys and inspiring countless Halloween costumes. The series has now reached its bloody finale. As the current game concludes, more people die and we find out whether Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) and others can finally end the games for good.