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“Squid Game” Season 2 Arrives with Worse Reviews Than Season 1
The highly anticipated second season of Netflix’s global phenomenon, “Squid Game”, has finally arrived after a three-year hiatus. The follow-up to the most-watched Netflix series of all time has become a full-on brand for the service. However, the initial reviews are in, and it appears that this season will not be able to match the critical acclaim received by its predecessor.
According to early scores, “Squid Game” Season 2 has garnered an impressive, but slightly disappointing 83% critic score and 77% audience score. This is a notable drop from the 95% critic score and 84% audience score achieved by the first season.
Some critics have taken issue with the reduced episode count, which has been cut from nine episodes to seven. This change is attributed to the streaming culture where it can take years to produce just seven new episodes of a show.
While the drop in reviews may be seen as a concern for Netflix and the creators of “Squid Game”, the real question on everyone’s mind remains: viewership. The original season achieved unprecedented levels, with over 2.2 billion hours viewed and 265.2 million views. It is uncertain whether the second installment will be able to replicate these numbers.
Historically, some shows have seen a significant increase in viewership for their later seasons, such as “Stranger Things”. However, others like “Bridgerton” have peaked at their first season and maintained a strong following despite declining critical reception. It remains to be seen whether “Squid Game” will follow the same trajectory.
In conclusion, while the second season may not be able to match the level of acclaim received by its predecessor, it is expected to still perform well and possibly even make it into the top 10 or top 5 list due to the original’s immense popularity.
Source: http://www.forbes.com
