The Netflix reality show serves up palpable suspense and authentic drama.
When it comes to dramatic stakes, it doesnt get much higher than life or death.
Prepare to be deeply invested in Trey (No.
Players race across the finish line in ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’.Courtesy of Netflix
301), a lanky delivery driver/aspiring actor from Chicago playing with his mom, Leann (No.
302), a no-nonsense former athlete.
Other standout players in the first five episodes include Bryton (No.
Leann and Trey in ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’.Courtesy of Netflix
97), a confident marketing coordinator from New Jersey; and Dani (No.
134), a diminutive blonde whos used to being underestimated.
Here, extra screen time is no guarantee of safety.
Players head to their next event on ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’.Courtesy of Netflix
- navigate thePpogi(honeycomb cookie) challenge.
(Netflix denied allegations of rigging.
BritainsHealth and Safety Executive performed an evaluation on the productionbut reportedly closed the case.)
(Side note: There are 11 mental health professionals listed in the credits.)
When players are eliminated, an ink pack underneath their shirt explodes, leaving a paintball-like splatter.
Having the contestants film some of their confessionals in grim interrogation rooms is also a bit of overkill.
Whos not in debt?
asks Starla, a probation officer (No.
Whats that like, to be able to pay off your house?
Whats that like, to be able to pay off your car?
