Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s co-CEO, voiced his enthusiasm for Korean content at an event held on February 16 at Centropolis in Jongno-gu, Seoul. Sarandos engaged with South Korean journalists, detailing Netflix’s ongoing commitment to expanding and investing in Korean content.
Ted Sarandos stated,
“I am thrilled to be here. The attention journalists give to storytelling and content is incredibly high, which is very encouraging. Your feedback and opinions are instrumental in our ability to create great shows that resonate globally.”
He continued,
“In 2023, productions like ‘Kill Boksoon’ and ‘The Glory’ garnered international acclaim, and in 2024, shows like ‘Physical: 100,’ ‘Sweet Home,’ and ‘Squid Game’ are set to return for another season.” Sarandos added, “I know many of you have visited the ‘Squid Game 2’ set, but I haven’t had the chance yet. So, I’m looking forward to experiencing the world and the games that Director Hwang Dong Hyuk will recreate there.”
When questioned about his favorite Korean content from the previous year, Sarandos cited ‘Physical: 100.’
Additionally, he conveyed excitement for ‘Squid Game 2,’ labeling it as this year’s most anticipated content. He remarked, “I hope ‘Squid Game 2’ exceeds season 1. Season 2 is phenomenal. The script is exceptional, and the new games appear intriguing.”
Regarding the speculation about David Fincher producing an American adaptation of ‘Squid Game,’ Sarandos dismissed it as mere hearsay. Regarding plans for the international rendition of ‘Squid Game,’ he affirmed, “Korea first.”
This visit signifies Ted Sarandos’ inaugural official trip to Korea since the ‘Netflix and Korean Content Stories’ event held in Seoul last June. Throughout this visit, he will explore the Netflix Korea original series production site and the Scandaline VFX (visual special effects) office, acquired in 2021.
Netflix has recently revealed its ‘2024 Major Korean and Global Lineups,’ featuring highly anticipated titles such as ‘Squid Game 2,’ ‘The 8 Show,’ ‘Sweet Home 3,‘ ‘Gyengseong Creature 2,’ ‘Dak Gangjeong,’ ‘Parasite: The Gray,’ and ‘Physical: 100 Season 2’.
