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Episodes
9 episodes
Six Legs
When 456 new players enter the competition, they quickly learn why every second will count. A nerve-wracking pentathlon whittles down the field.
Catch
The players face a moral quandary about their weakest links. As meal time approaches, they get a tasty treat — but in this game, there's always a catch.
The Doll
With everything on the line, which players will drop the ball? A mysterious object appears in the dormitory, sparking a flurry of strategy and suspicion.
Mingle
A bold bet forces everyone to choose sides. A frantic game of "Mingle" slams the door on key alliances. The players discover the high price of rebellion.
Sacrifice
A head-to-head game forces tearful sacrifices and goodbyes. A trio of leaders emerge in the dormitory, but will sweet perks put a target on their backs?
Ups & Downs
After a contender overplays their hand, nobody wants to be the odd player out. Who will climb ahead in the next game — and who will slide to elimination?
Trust
Emotions boil over during a dicey race to survive. As rivalries intensify, the players enter the "Circle of Trust" for a ruthless game of truth and lies.
Faith
The players put on their best poker faces, but who will bluff their way to victory? A deceptively simple game determines who will advance to the finale.
Red Light Green Light
In this $4.56 million showdown, the Squid Game finalists suit up for a winner-take-all edition of "Red Light, Green Light" with a life-changing prize.