Behind The Set Of Squid Game

Squid Game impresses in so many ways - and their sets throughout the show are no different! Shockingly, very little CGI was used in cases it would be pretty typical in - outdoor scenes, larger than life objects… but the team behind the Netflix hit went all out and built loads of the sets from the ground up.
The scale and variety is impressive, but what makes us love the work even more is the little hidden messages throughout the show. There are murals on a wall, stacked metal beds alluding to themes in the show - truly every aspect was considered.
The realistic sets were a bit help in getting the actors into character and one cast member in particular had a major nostalgia moment when he walked onto the sets of the marbles game. These impactful sets could actually transport performers! Some actors felt like they were in a fantasy land, from the colourful and nonsensical staircases to giant children’s playgrounds to tug-of-war platforms. The staircase itself is actually inspired by a famous piece of art!
While the dorms may have been somewhat dull looking, the size of the set was enormous and some actors felt like they were performing in a colosseum! The prison-like aesthetic is a strong contrast to all the environments we see during the games. The sets weren’t the only huge parts of the show - Red Light, Green Light featured a huge and terrifying prop that managed to steal the show.
So many worlds were created in just one small space, a filming studio about an hour outside of Seoul, South Korea - a studio where the magic of Squid Game came to life!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:18 Tug-of-War
01:11 The Dorms
01:49 Hidden Messages
02:39 Artistic Stairs
03:22 Giant Playground
04:08 Giant Doll
04:54 Marbles Nostalgia
05:34 Little CGI
06:21 Reality vs Expectations
07:12 Home Base
07:42 Outro

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Written by: Thalia GK
Narrated by: Serena L
Edited by: Joaquin Carlvaho

[mystictraveler]

Everyone keeps talking about the artistic picture but for me it was the acting. The acting is just outstanding. I connected with every character and every situation.

[thdwjsalsjm]

As an art student, the art direction IS SO GOOD. SO MUCH SYMBOLISM and SO MUCH THOUGHT. Not only is the plot well done and the depth of the characters, but the sets and wardrobe design ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. One of my favorite parts of the drama.

[JinKee]

Can we just talk about how amazing the art director is, she’s such a genius

[totemtv]

the playground set was the most impressive. it made something fantastic and fun to play in as a child feel surreal, eerie and psychologically horrifying.

[porsche.d]

This show was just in time - to the writer who never gave up since 2008, Sir you brought the world a masterpiece that'll live long to be enjoyed.

[standoughope]

The acting in this show was phenomenal! It's almost a must imo to go with the Korean audio and English subtitles. Trust me, it's much better that way and you'll forget you're even reading after not long.

[UricEric]

Lee Jung-jae is such a great actor, from Il Mare, Deliver us From Evil (as a villain)...he's so versatile, hands down👏👏👏

[sivlee]

Haven't watched it but huge praises for the guy who wrote this. Took him since 2009 to get this through and that he has, he deserves this success.

[skzlkin]

Not even Korean but I'm so proud of them. Koreans are so musically and artistically inclined. Just look at the quality of their series, movies and music!

[isaiahnarro]

It’s much better with their actual voices with subtitles.

[RashadGarcia]

The staircases really looked like something that came from a piece of art

[ade]

Bro, this series is a Masterpiece and I'm so glad that it gets the attention it deserves. Everyone in my country is watching it and usually, they aren't even watching asian series "))

[kimackerman]

I'm glad people have been talking about the sets because they are breathtaking! I loved the playground and the first game even if it's very minimalistic. I love how Korea or any other shows from outside the U.S are very imaginitive since all shows nowadays are always set with green screens.

[robertstraw]

Red light green light for sure.

The horrifying realisation of what this place really is makes it the stand out set.

[shihabsarar]

What Mr beast done is also very impressive

[adriannagamboa]

Squid game deserves an award. It’s one of the best shows yet. There was LOTS of emotion. And just because I’m saying that doesn’t mean just bc it has Saebyeok in it doesn’t mean it should, it’s because they tried very hard.

[amanmohammed]

Korean is Really Dominating with their Skills and Talent. Hats off to the writers and the whole cast for their amazing Performance in Squid Game

[canadianshark]

Imagine playing #324 in the first game. "So where's my script?" "Here." "This is just 3 lines" "Read the 3rd." "You imminently get shot after being spotted by the doll."

[BigMarvel]

Thanks to all of this project
They are legend

[obichris]

It sounds soooo much better watching it in korean with subtitles🔥