![]() The show doesn't suffer when watched in English. Viewers never forget the show was originally in Korean, but the voice actors, many of whom are experienced American voice actors of Korean background, are excellent. And unlike some shows where the dubbing leaves a little something to be desired, this is top-notch work. Squid Game is a Netflix original drama, made in South Korea, but it's dubbed into English. ![]() (Read more about Netflix and how to get it here.) You're going to need Netflix to tune in to the nine-episode series. Once you've watched an episode, it's hard not to keep coming back for more, even if just to see who survives the next twisted game. ![]() The characters are introduced quickly and smoothly, and then the games are on. And he's not alone - other contestants include an elderly man who becomes the grandfather of the group, a North Korean refugee, a gangster with a snake tattoo on his face, and a highly educated man who was the pride of his hometown, but didn't quite live up to his potential. Main character Seong Gi-hun is a desperate dad who's easy to root for, but he's not perfect - there's a heartbreaking episode where his actions lead to a wrenching loss. But the characters are well-developed and the action moves quickly and never lets up for long. Watching children's games turned into deadly battles is unnerving, and it's not for everyone. No question the show has a dark theme and blood spurts freely.
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