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Squid Game fans unable to watch season three premiere on Netflix

Squid Game: Season 3 Trailer
  • The third and final season of Netflix's record-breaking series Squid Game premiered on Friday, June 27.
  • The highly anticipated launch caused widespread technical issues for viewers, with many reporting Netflix crashing or episodes failing to load.
  • Social media users expressed frustration and humour, noting that the immense demand for the show appeared to 'break' the streaming service.
  • The series has a history of record-breaking viewership, with its second season garnering 68 million views in its first four days.
  • Director Hwang Dong-hyuk shared mixed emotions about the show's conclusion, reflecting on the six years he dedicated to the series.
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