It would be impossible to talk about popular shows right now without mentioning the phenomenon that is Squid Game. The Korean thriller show has taken over the world by storm, allowing viewers to experience a sadistic twist on their beloved childhood games while also delving into the psyches of both the rich and poor.
Given how immensely popular Squid Game became over the course of its run, it's only a given that most people would either try and explain away the unexplained facets of this show or focus on certain subtle ones. This has led to the creation of certain fan theories, some of which are more notable than others. Keeping this in mind, here are some of the best fan theories surrounding this series.
10 Oh Il-Nam Planned His "Death" During The Marbles Game Since The VIPs Were Coming
It's revealed at the end of the series that Player 001, old man Oh Il-nam, was actually one of the creators of the game. It's a revelation that shocked fans to their core.
It seems that his exit during the Marbles round was pre-planned since the VIPs were coming over around the same time. It would only make sense that he decided to leave the games before his presence caused any controversies.
9 The Blue And Red Envelopes Had A Greater Meaning
The appearance of Gong Yoo in Squid Game was brief yet impactful. The game of Ddakji he played ended up having a major impact on Gi-hun's life.
At the start, Gi-hun was given the choice of a red and blue envelope. It's believed that he was chosen to be a contestant since he chose a blue envelope, with the red envelope leading to people becoming guards instead.
8 The Walls During The Games Hinted At What Would Come In The Future
The nature of the next game in this twisted madhouse was something that drove most players in the show crazy. However, it seems that the answer was staring them in the face every time.
The walls enclosing the play areas always had certain drawings on them, which showed the next games that were going to be played. It was an obvious hint that nobody picked up on.
7 All The Deaths Were Foreshadowed In Episode 2
There are a large number of deaths that occur over the course of Squid Game. However, what most people might not have noticed is that most of these deaths were foreshadowed during the second episode.
Sang-woo tried to kill himself, Ali was fooled by his employer, Sae-byeok held a knife to someone's throat, and Deok-su jumps off a bridge. All of these events alluded to the various ways in which these characters would meet their end in the game.
6 Seong Gi-Hun Is Oh Il-Nam's Son
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One of the biggest theories around Squid Game is that Seong Gi-hun is possibly the son of Player 001! It's a wild theory, but something that can definitely make sense.
After all Oh Il-nam was definitely attached to Gi-hun, and this affection went both ways. Along with this, Oh Il-name remarked about how similar Gi-hun was to his son as well. These small facts are indicative of the fact that their relationship can't just be limited to being friends.
5 Hwang Jun-Ho Is Alive
Perhaps the most rampant fan theory about Squid Game is that Jun-ho is still alive. After all, his death wasn't shown clearly, and the return of Oh Il-nam made it clear that only people whose dead bodies are shown in the show should be considered as confirmed deaths.
Meanwhile, Jun-ho didn't receive a fatal shot and had fallen down into the water. Given the affection his younger brother had for him, it's possible that this move was calculated from the very beginning.
4 The Squid Game Takes Place All Over The World
The VIPs are easily one of the most despicable characters in the show. The flippant manner in which they treat the contestants of this animalistic game is hard to witness at times.
An errant piece of dialogue uttered by one of the VIPs has led people to believe that this Squid Game actually takes place all over the world. It's a sickening idea that shows just how brutal and sadistic the ultra-rich can really be.
3 Gong Yoo Is Going To Play A Major Role In Later Seasons
Gong Yoo was the first man from the nefarious organization who contacted all the contestants to play this twisted game. His role was extremely brief, but its impact was more than palpable for everyone to witness.
It seems that bigger and better things are planned for this character further down the line in Season 2. His mysterious backstory means that his role in a show has a ton of potential to expand.
2 The 001 Jacket That Gi-Hun Got Meant That The Guards Would Protect Him
After a certain point in the story, Gi-hun receives the 001 jacket from his Gganbu, Oh Il-nam. It's certainly rather poetic for the last contestant selected for the game to receive the jacket of the first contestant... but that's not all.
Most people have surmised that this 001 jacket was meant to indicate to the workers that Gi-hun should be protected at all costs. It makes sense if viewers think from the angle that Oh Il-nam had a soft spot for Gi-hun and wanted him to survive.
1 Gi-Hun Is Fated To End The Squid Game
Given the way Squid Game's ending played out, it's clear that Gi-hun won't be stepping away from the controversy of these games anytime soon. In fact, he's definitely going to play a major part in the second season as well!
It seems that the number that Gi-hun got in the games was also indicative of this. The fact that he got the last number could mean that he's representing the finality of these games. As a result, he's destined to put an end to this game once and for all.