Netflix confirms second series of Squid Game: The Challenge - how to apply

The reality game show offers hundreds of contestants the chance to win over £3.5m

Netflix has confirmed it will air a second series of Squid Game: The Challenge - and it's already casting contestants. The reality game show is based off of the hugely popular 2021 drama thriller which saw contestants compete in child-like games for a huge cash prize, but lose their lives if they failed.

Although no-one dies in the game show, 456 people are pitted against each other in a series of emotionally and physically challenging games including Red Light, Green Light and Marbles. And the winner takes home a whopping £3.61million.

The final of the first series is due to air at 2am on Thursday in the UK. And ahead of the big final, Netflix has confirmed it will return for another series with hundreds of contestants now being sought.

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Netflix's vice president Brand Reigg said: "There was no red light in our decision to greenlight season two of Squid Game: The Challenge, the most ambitious unscripted show we've premiered at Netflix....We're so excited to continue the franchise of Squid Game with our team in Korea, and producers at Studio Lambert and The Garden for this epic competition series."

Although no dates have yet been confirmed, casting for the show has opened.

How to apply for Squid Game: The Challenge series 2?

You need to be at least 21 years old at the time of applying for Squid Game: The Challenge and have the right to legally reside in the UK. You also need to be available to take part in the programme for up to four weeks - and this time could change without notice.

To apply, you must also hold a valid passport and be able to travel to all locations needed by the crew. Potential contestants will also have to upload a one minute video explaining who they are, why they want to appear, what their game plan would be and what they would do with the huge sums of money.

More rules and conditions as well as an application form are available here.