David Fincher could make a series Game “Squid”. After months of rumors and speculation about a remake of the popular South Korean series, a report claims that the project will be helmed by a renowned director. Unlike what was expected, the new version will not be a movie, but a TV series.
According to deadlineDavid Fincher will develop a series based on Game “Squid” for Netflix. Sources told the media that the director Se7en And Social network will be before remake set in the USA. The new project will be independent from the second and third seasons and will be produced in South Korea.
There are few details about the new series yet. David Fincher was involved as a producer in two films, but there are rumors that will adjust his schedule to take responsibility for the new series for Netflix. One of these films is a prequel Chinatownclassic film by Roman Polanski.
David Fincher is one of Netflix’s strengths, having taken advantage of the director’s strengths in projects such as Mindhunter And Voir: A look at the seventh art. Although what this has to do with remake from Game “Squid”This This is the first time it has been mentioned that this will be a TV series and not a movie.. The director and producer has already expressed his desire to participate, albeit in the role of producer.
Besides David Fincher, another name on the list is Dennis Kelly. Film scriptwriter Utopia And Matilda: The Musical will be responsible for writing the remake. Unlike the South Korean version, Netflix would bet on a darker, less bloody version to attract new audiences.
What are we talking about? Game “Squid”
Game “Squid” is a South Korean Netflix series that follows a group of financially challenged people who agree to participate in a series of children’s games, but with a deadly twist. Participants compete in dangerous challenges to win a cash prize of approximately 30 million euros. The story focuses on Song Ki Hoon, a man terribly in debt who joins the game in hopes of changing his life.
After the premiere in September 2021 Kalama’s gamer has become a global phenomenon. Social criticism, which focuses on economic inequality and extreme competition in a capitalist environment, as well as its production design were key to cementing its success. The series also had an impressive number of memes and challenges on TikTok, which helped it go viral.
second season Game “Squid” The premiere will take place on December 26, 2024 with the return of Lee Jeong-jae as Song Ki-heon. Netflix has already confirmed the third and final season of the South Korean series, as well as a second season Squid Game: ChallengeBritish reality television series based on the franchise.
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