‘Squid Game’ is soon going to be a reality show. Netflix has reportedly greenlit a reality show named ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’. The competition will have 456 actual participants. They will compete for a massive prize of $4.56 million. As per Netflix, this is the biggest cast and cash pot reward in reality TV history. Contestants will compete in a wide range of challenges motivated by the original drama, as well as some new elements, throughout the course of the ten-episode competition.
Netflix stated that “Squid Game: The Challenge – would offer the largest cast and lump cash prize in reality TV history. As [players] compete through a series of games inspired by the original show – plus surprising new additions – their strategies, alliances, and character will be put to the test while competitors are eliminated around them.”
Join the real-life Squid Game squad
Brandon Riegg, Netflix vice president of unscripted and documentary series, said: “Squid Game took the world by storm with Director Hwang’s captivating story and iconic imagery. We’re grateful for his support as we turn the fictional world into reality in this massive competition and social experiment. Fans of the drama series are in for a fascinating and unpredictable journey. As our 456 real-world contestants navigate the biggest competition series ever. Full of tension and twists, with the biggest ever cash prize at the end.”
The reality series will be shot in the United Kingdom. Moreover, participants must be at least 21 years old to be eligible to compete. They should be able to communicate in English. Participants should be ready for filming for up to four weeks in early 2023.
Earlier this month, the streaming giant announced the return of Squid Game with a new season. The release date will be out soon.
The South Korean drama series follows a group of debt-ridden adults. They compete in a dangerous sequence of children’s games for a large cash reward. It is Netflix’s most-watched series of all time, with over 1.65 billion hours viewed in its first 28 days.