What Happens To Gi-Hun In The Squid Game Season 3 Finale – Is He Dead?

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This article contains discussion of addiction and suicide.

Here lies a significant revelation for the whole Squid Game series, encompassing even the climax of its third and last season. Proceed with caution; quit reading immediately if you haven’t completed your watch!

In the Netflix series “Squid Game,” created by an unknown author, we meet Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), a man grappling with a gambling problem who encounters what appears to be a life-altering proposition. Throughout Season 1, he’s presented with the opportunity to join the games that give the series its name, which are hosted on a secluded island and have an unsettling surprise. The surprising aspect is that there are 456 participants in each game, and the majority, if not nearly all of them, will perish during the gruesome adaptations of classic children’s games. In his case, Gi-hun becomes Player 456.

In the concluding season 3 of “Squid Game”, Gi-hun unfortunately meets his demise. The series ensures no room for ambiguity by focusing on his lifeless body at the end, a rare instance of clarity in an era filled with questionable character deaths. However, it’s heartbreaking to witness him succumb after putting so much effort into trying to dismantle the game from within. Despite his attempt to betray his location to allies using a hidden chip in a fake tooth, he finds himself betrayed when he wakes up in the arena and discovers that his tooth is missing.

What leads to Gi-hun’s death in the Squid Game series finale?

In the final episode of “Squid Game,” Gi-hun has endured an immense ordeal, a statement that barely scratches the surface. As he reenters the deadly games for a second time, he knows full well that his life is precarious. However, he also understands the rules and risks, which prompts him to assist and shield other participants. This selfless behavior culminates in Gi-hun taking on the role of guardian for the game’s most vulnerable and sorrowful participant.

As a gamer diving back into the world of Squid Game, here’s what I picked up: In the final stretch of Season 3, a fresh character makes an appearance – a baby born to Player 222, Kim Jun-hee (portrayed by Jo Yu-ri). We learned in Season 2 that Jun-hee was pregnant, and her delivery happened amidst a chaotic round of “hide and seek” that had more murder than usual.

Surviving the mayhem, both mother and baby pull through. However, as Season 3 progresses and the games become increasingly dangerous, Jun-hee recognizes that her new role as a mother and ankle injury hinder her ability to compete at full capacity. Gi-hun steps up to escort the baby across safely while Jun-hee, faced with insurmountable obstacles, tragically takes her own life by leaping off the platform.

In the aftermath, the baby inherits the title of Player 222, marking a new beginning in this brutal competition.

In the final round of the game, Gi-hun manages to bring the infant along. Here, the players themselves determine life or death outcomes… After battling against those eager to murder the baby for the reward, Gi-hun puts the child down and appears to suffer a mental collapse. Steadily, he retreats from yet another platform and plunges to his demise… Once more, the camera focuses in on his corpse, leaving no doubt that our protagonist has perished.

Even without Gi-hun, the Squid Game universe will continue

It’s possible that Gi-hun might not return, but the phenomenon of “Squid Game” isn’t going anywhere – especially since there are rumors circulating about a potential franchise expansion. The buzz is that renowned director David Fincher is working on a spin-off for “Squid Game”, though the specifics such as whether it’s a prequel or an independent series haven’t been disclosed yet. However, at the end of the original series, we got a hint about where this story could lead in the future.

In the first and second seasons of “Squid Game,” we encountered Gong Yoo’s Recruiter, and in the final episode, acclaimed actress Cate Blanchett took on her role, inviting a group of financially struggling individuals to engage in these lethal competitions. (Given their past collaboration in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” it’s highly unlikely that this is mere coincidence.) Additionally, Lee Byung-hun’s character, Hwang In-ho or the Front Man, who oversees the games, survives until the end of the series. There’s a possibility that future content could delve into the enigmatic life of this intriguing figure. Notably, “Squid Game” has gained such immense popularity that it’s expanding beyond its original scope… unfortunately without Lee Jung-jae.

“Squid Game” is streaming on Netflix now.

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2025-06-28 04:30