At the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, which took place in Santa Monica, California on February 7, 2025, Squid Game 2 emerged victorious, winning the coveted Best Foreign Language Series award.
The series, which became a worldwide phenomenon after its first season, continued its success in the second season, surpassing strong competition from other acclaimed shows.
The nominees included Pachinko (the 2023 winner), Acapulco, Citadel: Honey Bunny, La Máquina, The Law According to Lidia Poët, My Brilliant Friend, and Senna.
This win marks a monumental achievement for Squid Game, as it secured its second Critics Choice Award in this category.
The first season of the show claimed the same honor in 2022, when lead actor Lee Jung Jae also took home the Best Actor in a Drama Series award for his remarkable performance.
The show’s powerful storytelling, engaging plot, and intricate social commentary have left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide, cementing its place as a groundbreaking series.
The success of Squid Game 2 at this prestigious awards ceremony highlights the show’s continued global relevance and its ability to captivate audiences beyond the Korean drama landscape.
Congratulations to the entire cast and crew of Squid Game 2, who have once again proven that the series has not only redefined entertainment but also garnered international recognition for its incredible achievements.
Fans can continue to enjoy the performances of Squid Game’s stars, with Lee Jung Jae currently starring in Deliver Us from Evil and Lee Byung Hun in Concrete Utopia.
