In the first week of its release, Netflix series "Squid Game" Season 3 secured the top spot in the global TOP 10 series (non-English) institutional sector within just three days, becoming the first Netflix production to dominate the TOP 10 in 93 countries during its first week, attracting global attention, as it unveiled previously unreleased stills.

In the third season of "Squid Game," which depicts the final fate of participants who survived the cruel games, including "Gi-hun," who lost his best friend while rejoining the game with his own purpose, and the "Front Man," who hid his identity while lurking in the game, recorded 60,100,000 views (a value obtained by dividing the viewing time by the total runtime of the piece) within just three days of its release, claiming the top spot in the global TOP 10 and showcasing its immense popularity both domestically and internationally, while also revealing never-before-seen stills that show the participants in the final season and the characters returning to their daily lives.

Since its release on Jun. 27 (Friday), "Squid Game" Season 3 recorded 60,100,000 views in just three days, maintaining the top position in all 93 countries where Netflix TOP 10 is counted, including not only Korea but also the U.S., Japan, France, and Brazil. This marks the first Netflix production to secure the top spot in all countries during its first week, proving to be a monumental success. Additionally, it entered the 9th position in Netflix's all-time non-English series list during its first week, with Seasons 1, 2, and 3 all ranking in the top 10 of Netflix's all-time most popular series (non-English). Furthermore, the latest week's viewing stats showed that Season 2 ranked 3rd and Season 1 climbed back to 6th, proving to be a work that has garnered significant interest from fans worldwide.

The viewers' reactions towards "Squid Game" Season 3, which continues to set astonishing records, are varied and heated. Overseas viewers noted, "The original and intense games made it more immersive" (IMDb ilie********), and "The actors' performances were consistently outstanding, effectively conveying the complex emotions of the characters" (IMDb Mr*****). International media also remarked, "As a final season, the production is flawless. It exceeds expectations in both visual and storytelling aspects" (GQ JAPAN), and "It is filled with cruel and emotionally shocking games, showcasing remarkable creativity" (Workpoint Today), praising the more brutal games and the intense performances of the actors. Domestic and international viewers also expressed unending admiration, stating, "I'm sad my favorite Netflix content in my life is ending...." (YouTube man********), and "Personally, I watched it with deep thoughts throughout. This work dealt with many themes, including human nature, social unfairness, and the value of life" (YouTube Roro*****).

Particularly, the new games introduced in the final season and the last game that determined the winner are also receiving intense interest. Viewers commented, "The impact surpasses the games of Season 1. I could deeply immerse myself" (WatchaPedia HAN******), "The moment in 'Squid Game' was totally dopamine-inducing!!" (YouTube blue*******), and "The brutal truth of democratic voting was shockingly revealed, which made it immersive" (X Smi***), highlighting varied reactions to maintain the excitement. Additionally, the unexpected appearance of Kate Blanchett, which delivered a shock, was described as "I was so surprised at the end. It gave me goosebumps, and I thought it was a fantastic ending" (X HAN******), and "I hope the last scene connects like a movie. I'm thankful that a work this Korean can be a bridge to the world" (WatchaPedia Yeon**), conveying surprise.

Meanwhile, the unveiled stills capture the final moments of participants and the diverse appearances of characters who returned to their daily lives after the game. The scene of "Gi-hun" (Lee Jung-jae) desperately hanging onto the wall of the "High-altitude Squid Game" vividly portrays his human side, striving to save someone even at the crossroads of life and death. The image of the "Front Man" (Lee Byung-hun) holding a baby amplifies curiosity about the story racing toward its conclusion, and it also shows the past appearance of the "Front Man" as a participant number 132, adding depth to his narrative. The sharp expression of "Myeong-ki" (Yim Siwan), who made selfish choices to survive, and the terrified expression of "Dae-ho" (Kang Ha-neul) convey a gripping tension, while the scene of "Jun-ho" (Wi Ha-joon) watching a baby cradle, running fiercely to find his brother "In-ho," brings unexpected surprise to viewers.

Additionally, the image of the pink guard "No-eul" (Park Kyu-young), who fought hard to protect "Kyung-seok" (Lee Jin-wook), and the apparent return to daily life of "Kyung-seok" draws attention. The stills of characters who showed various emotions while striving to survive in the deadly game also catch the eye. Among them are 'Hyeon-ju' (Park Sung-hoon), 'Yong-sik' (Yang Dong-geun), 'Geum-ja' (Kang Ae-sim), 'Jun-hee' (Jo Yuri), and 'Seonnyeo' (Chae Guk-hee). And the stills of 'Min-soo' (Lee Da-wit) and 'Nam-kyu' (Noh Jae-won), who displayed a strong presence, capture the moments just before they faced their fate, further enhancing the immersion of the drama.

The stills featuring 'Woo-seok' (Jeon Seok-ho), who plays a scene-stealer role, along with Park Hee-soon’s special appearance as the 'Deputy Commander,' and the cast members adding fun to the drama with their unique characters in suits, also intrigue viewers. Lastly, the stills from the last game called "High-altitude Squid Game," which determines the winner of "Squid Game" Season 3, along with the introduction of the new character "Cheol-su" who turns the jump rope, raise expectations for the new developments and provide a different kind of enjoyment.

Decorating a magnificent finale, "Squid Game" Season 3, which continues the global phenomenon, is currently streaming on Netflix.

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