All the updates about Netflix’s 'Squid Game' US Spin-off after surprise celebrity cameo

Squid Game’s US spin-off is in the works, with Cate Blanchett making a cameo. Here’s what is known so far.

After the explosive finale of Squid Game season three, Netflix has confirmed plans for a US-based spin-off. The original show ended with a dramatic sacrifice by Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), setting the stage for a broader global expansion. The final episode included a twist revealing the games are going worldwide, with the Front Man spotting a game of ddakji being played in Los Angeles.

The game, first introduced by the salesman (Gong Yoo), was a key plot point in recruiting players. This time, the salesman is portrayed by two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett, adding fuel to speculation about her involvement in the upcoming Squid Game spin-off. Blanchett's appearance hints at more significant roles in the US version.

The spin-off will be helmed by director David Fincher, known for Mindhunter and Gone Girl, and it is expected to expand on the Squid Game universe, rather than remaking the original. According to a report by Deadline in October 2024, the series will be set in the USA, though no specific title or plot details have been released yet.

The scripts will be penned by Dennis Kelly, the creator of the UK’s Utopia, and filming is expected to start in December 2025. While the cast has yet to be confirmed, Blanchett’s connection to Fincher raises the possibility of her return for the spin-off.

While Netflix has not officially commented on the series, more updates are eagerly awaited by fans.