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Cosmopolitan
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
So, Why is Cate Blanchett in ‘Squid Game' Season 3?
If you just couldn't wait (much like myself) and binged all six episodes of Squid Game season three, you may have spotted actress Cate Blanchett in the final scenes of the Netflix show. The actress could be seen wearing a suit as she played ddakji with a stranger, just like the The Recruiter does when selecting players for the brutal games. The 56-year-old Hollywood star's cameo in the Korean thriller had viewers completely thrown as they took to X (formerly Twitter). "WDYM Cate Blanchett is in Squid Game s3?" one viewer wrote in all caps. "Seeing Cate Blanchett in Squid Game as The Recruiter is the best thing I ever witnessed," another said. Cate Blanchett in Squid Game S3 was not on my 2025 Bucket List, but here the f**k we are," a third wrote. So, why exactly is Cate Blanchett in the final installment of Squid Game? Here's everything you need to know. Speaking about his reason to cast Cate Blanchett, the show's director Hwang Dong-hyul explained: "We thought having a woman as a Recruiter would be more dramatic and intriguing." "And as for why Cate Blanchett, she's just the best, with unmatched charisma. Who doesn't love her? So we were very happy to have her appear. We needed someone who could dominate the screen with just one or two words, which is exactly what she did." Hwang continued: "If Gong Yoo is the Korean Recruiter, I thought she would be the perfect fit as the American Recruiter, bringing a short but gripping and impactful ending to the story." Following the final round of games, the Front Man (Lee Byung-hu) finds himself in a car in Downtown Los Angeles. While stopped at a light, he hears some familiar sounds of two ddakji tiles hitting ground, followed by a sharp slap. He rolls down the window to see a suited Cate Blanchett playing ddakji with a man. Blanchett looks up and exchanges a knowing glance with the Front Man, before the car pulls away. "During the shoot, she reminded me of what true talent looks like. Even with just a few looks and lines, her performance was mesmerizing," Hwang added. "She was amazing at playing ddakji. I believe she successfully flipped the ddakji with her first try, and we were able to get that one long take right away." Last year, it was reported that director David Fincher, who is behind Netflix's House of Cards, was working on an American version of Squid Game. Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk also confirmed to TheWrap: "Season three is not going to be the end of the Squid Game universe" and Lee Jung-jae, who portrays Seong Gi-hun, expressed his excitement over Fincher's adaption, telling Complex: "I'm looking forward to it so much, I can't wait to see it and I have high expectations." Well if Cate's in it, we're sold!
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Squid Game Director Reveals Truth Behind That Truly Wild Season 3 Finale Cameo
Warning: This article contains major spoilers for the final season of Squid Game. If you've already made it through the final season of Squid Game in the last few days, chances are you're still reeling from a certain Hollywood legend popping up in the final scene. Now, if you still haven't finished Squid Game, and you're trying avoid spoilers, we recommend bookmarking this page and closing it immediately, because we are going to be dropping names. OK! Last chance… So, as you're hopefully well aware, the show ends with a cameo from none other than two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett, who makes an appearance as a new version of The Recruiter in Squid Game's final moments. — Netflix (@netflix) June 30, 2025 Naturally, this led to an array of reactions on social media, ranging from 'whaat?' to 'no but seriously, whaat?'. Others were also convinced this was Netflix's way of teasing that Cate will play a prominent role in the upcoming US remake of Squid Game, set to be helmed by David Fincher (with whom the Australian actor previously collaborated on The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button)... WDYM CATE BLANCHETT IS IN SQUID GAME S3 ?!?! — Rina (@bbblanchett) June 27, 2025 seeing cate blanchett in squid game as the recruiter is the best thing i ever witnessed — selina (@mytulipluv) June 28, 2025 WHAT IS CATE BLANCHETT DOING HERE WTF IS THAT ENDING # — Cads. (@deareronailevis) June 27, 2025 apologies squid game recruiter cate blanchett in a suit slapping me will be my whole personality for the next 3-5 business days — bad soap 🧼🫧 (@replicafatale) June 27, 2025 how i feel after telling everyone that cate blanchett is in squid game — viidarkness (@viid4rkness) June 27, 2025 Still gagged — Harry Powell (@lilmonsterharry) June 30, 2025 Excuse me??? No one can convince me that there's nothing going to be a spin off. They could use anybody for this scene but it's CATE BLANCHETT?? # — Fangirl For Life. (@SeniorFangirl0) June 27, 2025 cate blanchett randomly being on the squid game made so much more sense after i remembered david fincher(for whatever the fuck reason) is directing the american spin off thing of that show — elise ⧗ widowed by marvel🪦 (@_skeletonhill) June 30, 2025 girl i know the idea of sg usa is sucks but don't you ever disrespect cate blanchett, her cameo was literally fire, and she deliver that shit scene flawlessly — Diyaneil Dimann (@Mandiyanle) June 30, 2025 Director Hwang Dong-hyuk recently told Netflix's Tudum: 'We thought having a woman as a recruiter would be more dramatic and intriguing. And as for why Cate Blanchett, she's just the best, with unmatched charisma. Who doesn't love her? So we were very happy to have her appear. 'We needed someone who could dominate the screen with just one or two words, which is exactly what she did. If Gong Yoo is the Korean Recruiter, I thought she would be the perfect fit as the American Recruiter, bringing a short but gripping and impactful ending to the story.' He added: 'During the shoot, she reminded me of what true talent looks like. Even with just a few looks and lines, her performance was mesmerising. She was amazing at playing ddakji. I believe she successfully flipped the ddakji with her first try, and we were able to get that one long take right away.' Squid Game actor Lee Byung-hun also praised the ending, saying he felt it symbolised how 'despite all of the noble efforts of so many people, the world still continues as it was before'. Earlier this year, Cate made headlines when she claimed she was 'serious about giving up acting' – although her schedule seems as jam-packed as ever. As well as shooting her secret Squid Game cameo, in the last year Cate has appeared in the Apple TV+ series Disclaimer; the films Rumours, Borderlands, Black Bag and Father, Mother, Sister, Brother; as well as a West End production of The Seagull. As well as the US remake of Squid Game, a second season of the reality competition series Squid Game: The Challenge is also expected to premiere later this year. This New 'High-Stakes' Netflix Thriller Is A Must-Watch For Line Of Duty Fans Adolescence Actor Ashley Walters Opens Up About How The Show Has Affected His Own Parenting Critics Are Saying Netflix's New Grenfell Documentary Is Both 'Urgent' And 'Heartwrenching'
Scotsman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Squid Game season 3 ending explained: who is in final scene?
Squid Game has come to an end of Netflix - but what does the final scene mean? Full Spoilers for season 3 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Squid Game season 3 released on Netflix on June 27. The show comes to a conclusion after nearly 4 years. But what did the final scene mean? Squid Game has played its final game on Netflix - at least in its original form. The blockbuster show returned for its third and last season this month. The story of Player 456 and his quest to shut down the titular games has come to a brutal and tragic conclusion. However the final scene might have left some viewers scratching their heads. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Squid Game first debuted back in 2021 and quickly took the world by storm - becoming Netflix's biggest hit at the time. The third and final season was released on June 27. Squid Game season three ending explained Netflix have released a new teaser trailer for Squid Game season 3, coming this summer. | Noh Ju-han / Netflix Full spoilers for Squid Game on Netflix - up to and including season three. Don't read further if you haven't watched the last episode. Having made it all the way to the end of Squid Game back in season one - winning the huge prize money - Player 456 set out on a quest to shut down the titular games. It saw him return after finding the recruiter at the start of season two, after years of searching. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the final game of the season, Gi-hun chooses to sacrifice himself - leaving the baby as the winner of Squid Game. The island self-destructs, but In-ho saves the baby and the VIP's escape - Jun-ho and No-eul also get away before it explodes. In-ho travels to Los Angeles to give Gi-hun's daughter his Player 456 jumpsuit and to inform her of his death. After leaving, he spots an American recruiter playing ddakji with a man in an alley - implying that the games exist in other parts of the world as well. It is possible that this is a brief bit of set-up for the American adaptation that is in the works, which was reported to be in the works in late 2024 by Deadline . Mindhunter's David Fincher is attached to the English-language series - but no further details have been announced. Who is the actor in the final scene? Cate Blanchett is in season 3 of Squid Game |For audiences outside of South Korea, Gong Yoo who played The Recruiter might not have been a household name - unless they had watched Train to Busan. However to Korean audiences he was certainly a recognisable face having starred in hit shows like Coffee Prince and Guardian: The Lonely and Great God. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The final scene shows an American version of the recruiter playing ddakji with a person in an alley. Like Gong Yoo in the first season, a household name plays this recruiter - in the form of Cate Blanchett. The Oscar-winning actor has had many iconic roles over the years from playing Queen Elizabeth in 1998's Elizabeth and its 2007 sequel Elizabeth: The Golden Age. She also played Galadriel in the Lord of the Rings movies - and was also in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. British audiences may of course remember her from her cameo in Hot Fuzz - playing the ex-girlfriend of Simon Pegg's character. In 2022 she received widespread acclaim for her role in the film Tar - for which she received her eighth Oscar nom. If you love TV, check out our Screen Babble podcast to get the latest in TV and film. What did you think of Squid Game's ending? Let me know by email: [email protected] .
Scotsman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Squid Game season 3 ending explained: who is in final scene?
Squid Game has come to an end of Netflix - but what does the final scene mean? Full Spoilers for season 3 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Squid Game season 3 released on Netflix on June 27. The show comes to a conclusion after nearly 4 years. But what did the final scene mean? Squid Game has played its final game on Netflix - at least in its original form. The blockbuster show returned for its third and last season this month. The story of Player 456 and his quest to shut down the titular games has come to a brutal and tragic conclusion. However the final scene might have left some viewers scratching their heads. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Squid Game first debuted back in 2021 and quickly took the world by storm - becoming Netflix's biggest hit at the time. The third and final season was released on June 27. Squid Game season three ending explained Netflix have released a new teaser trailer for Squid Game season 3, coming this summer. | Noh Ju-han / Netflix Full spoilers for Squid Game on Netflix - up to and including season three. Don't read further if you haven't watched the last episode. Having made it all the way to the end of Squid Game back in season one - winning the huge prize money - Player 456 set out on a quest to shut down the titular games. It saw him return after finding the recruiter at the start of season two, after years of searching. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the final game of the season, Gi-hun chooses to sacrifice himself - leaving the baby as the winner of Squid Game. The island self-destructs, but In-ho saves the baby and the VIP's escape - Jun-ho and No-eul also get away before it explodes. In-ho travels to Los Angeles to give Gi-hun's daughter his Player 456 jumpsuit and to inform her of his death. After leaving, he spots an American recruiter playing ddakji with a man in an alley - implying that the games exist in other parts of the world as well. It is possible that this is a brief bit of set-up for the American adaptation that is in the works, which was reported to be in the works in late 2024 by Deadline . Mindhunter's David Fincher is attached to the English-language series - but no further details have been announced. Who is the actor in the final scene? Cate Blanchett is in season 3 of Squid Game |For audiences outside of South Korea, Gong Yoo who played The Recruiter might not have been a household name - unless they had watched Train to Busan. However to Korean audiences he was certainly a recognisable face having starred in hit shows like Coffee Prince and Guardian: The Lonely and Great God. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The final scene shows an American version of the recruiter playing ddakji with a person in an alley. Like Gong Yoo in the first season, a household name plays this recruiter - in the form of Cate Blanchett. The Oscar-winning actor has had many iconic roles over the years from playing Queen Elizabeth in 1998's Elizabeth and its 2007 sequel Elizabeth: The Golden Age. She also played Galadriel in the Lord of the Rings movies - and was also in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. British audiences may of course remember her from her cameo in Hot Fuzz - playing the ex-girlfriend of Simon Pegg's character. In 2022 she received widespread acclaim for her role in the film Tar - for which she received her eighth Oscar nom.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Will Gong Yoo return in Squid Game Season 3? Here's why fans think The Recruiter might be alive in the final part
Squid Game Season 3: Ever since Gong Yoo's chilling role as The Recruiter in Squid Game, fans have gone bonkers with theories about his character appearing again in Season 3. Even though his character died in Season 2, an eagle-eyed clip of him briefly reopening his eyes sparked a wave of speculation. Now, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has hinted at exploring The Recruiter's backstory, hinting at either a comeback or even a full spin-off, leaving fans wondering: Is Gong Yoo really coming back? Squid Game season 3: Clues that fuelled Go Yoo's return rumour That blink in Season 2, Episode 2 quickly became one of the most talked-about moments among fans. Just as Gong Yoo's character, The Recruiter, is shown lying lifeless, his eye flickers open for a split second. It was easy to miss, but for those who caught it, the moment set off an avalanche of theories. Was it just a filming oversight? Or something far more deliberate? I knew The Salesman was alive 😂😂😂#SquidGame2 While casual viewers might dismiss it as a slip, long-time fans of Gong Yoo know better. He's not just any actor. He's known for being incredibly precise with his performances, often praised for how he uses subtle facial expressions to convey emotion or hidden intent. For someone with that level of control and experience, especially in a globally streamed Netflix series, the idea that such a moment was left in by accident feels unlikely to many. Creator confirms spin-off possibility In a big reveal, Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk strongly hinted that Gong Yoo's character might return, just not necessarily in Season 3. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, he teased a possible spin-off series focused solely on the recruiter's arc, separate from the main story's end. That strongly suggests The Recruiter didn't vanish from the Squid Game universe forever. "If the time comes, and it just so happens that I'm able to come up with a character or a different story, then maybe there might be a comeback. But I'm thinking more along the lines of a spinoff," he shared. With Squid Game Season 3 being the finale, what could happen? Squid Game Season 3 drops on June 27, 2025, with six episodes earmarked as the grand conclusion to Gi Hun's fight against the system and possibly his final clash with the Front Man. Though no official credit for Gong Yoo appears in current cast listings, Netflix Tudum's Season 3 cast guide hints The Recruiter could have 'a bigger part this season'. So… Will Gong Yoo Return in Squid Game Season 3? The answer: it's very possible, though the exact how remains uncertain. Given Hwang's openness about spin-off plans, Gong Yoo might reappear via flashbacks or hidden scenes. Even if he doesn't show up in this final season, the door is wide open for more from his iconic character. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
