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What To Watch Next After Squid Game? List Of Top Intense Survival Dramas
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If you have finished watching Squid Game or are planning to, here are some interesting TV shows you might like.
When Squid Game came out on Netflix in 2021, it quickly became one of the most watched foreign shows on the platform. The show's creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, came up with a second season in 2024 and wrapped up the main story in 2025. While season three is said to be the final part, there's a possibility of spin offs or new stories related to the series in the future.
If you have finished watching the dystopian drama or are planning to, you might wonder what to watch next to fill that empty feeling. To help with that, here are some interesting TV shows you might like if Squid Game was your favourite.
Alice In Borderland
If you liked Squid Game, this Japanese survival thriller might be your next pick. The Netflix series is set in a strange and empty version of Tokyo, where young people find themselves trapped and forced to survive by playing deadly games that test their minds, strength and teamwork. The show is based on a popular manga. Two seasons are already out and the third is expected very soon.
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If you want a survival style show without too much blood, this drama is a great choice. The Portuguese dystopian drama focuses on a small group of people who get the chance to escape poverty. Every year, 20 year olds take part in a series of tough tests to earn a spot on the Offshore, a peaceful and rich island. Those who fail don't die, but they're sent back to live in harsh conditions forever. It's filled with twists and shows how far people will go for a better life.
Panic
The series was released before Squid Game in 2021 and shares a similar plot where people risk everything to have a better life. Set in a small town in Texas called Carp, the show follows high school graduates who enter a secret game each summer to win $50,000, which is enough to leave their boring lives behind. Although it was cancelled after just one season, it's still a fun series to watch.
The 8 Show
While this show is often compared with Squid Game and Alice in Borderland, it has its own unique style. In this series, eight people are locked in separate rooms, each on a different floor. They earn money based on how long they stay, but there's a catch. They have to spend that money to buy food, water and other basic needs. As the days pass, greed, fear and desperation slowly take over, and things become chaotic. The story takes time to build up, but it has some great moments and unique challenges.
If you're a fan of dark thrillers, this is another gripping South Korean series worth checking out. Based on a popular webtoon, the show has horror, action and emotional drama. The story begins when people suddenly start turning into terrifying monsters. It follows a young man named Cha Hyun-su and a group trying to survive by fighting not only the monsters but also their struggles. In seasons two and three, the story expands as the survivors face new dangers. If you liked the intensity of Squid Game but want something with a horror twist, Sweet Home is perfect.
First Published:
June 28, 2025, 15:46 IST
