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Squid Game - S01E01 - Red Light, Green Light
 

Squid Game season 1 episode 1

Red Light, Green Light

 
Hoping to win easy money, a broke and desperate Gi-hun agrees to take part in an enigmatic game. Not long into the first round, unforeseen horrors unfold.
 
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Squid Game / S01E01 : Red Light, Green Light
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on September 17, 2021 | TV-MA | 56 min. | Netflix
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EPISODES  
 
  • Squid Game - Episode 1 - Red Light, Green Light
    Episode 1
    Red Light, Green Light
  • Squid Game - Episode 2 - Hell
    Episode 2
    Hell
  • Squid Game - Episode 3 - The Man with the Umbrella
    Episode 3
    The Man with the Umbrella
  • Squid Game - Episode 4 - Stick to the Team
    Episode 4
    Stick to the Team
  • Squid Game - Episode 5 - A Fair World
    Episode 5
    A Fair World
  • Squid Game - Episode 6 - Gganbu
    Episode 6
    Gganbu
  • Squid Game - Episode 7 - VIPS
    Episode 7
    VIPS
  • Squid Game - Episode 8 - Front Man
    Episode 8
    Front Man
  • Squid Game - Episode 9 - One Lucky Day
    Episode 9
    One Lucky Day

Squid Game season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Seong Gi-hun, a debt-ridden chauffeur, struggles financially and resorts to gambling. After a mysterious encounter involving a game of ddakji, he's invited to a secretive, high-stakes competition. The first game, a deadly version of "Red Light, Green Light," reveals the fatal consequences of losing. Amid chaos and panic, Gi-hun survives with the help of other players, including an old man and a North Korean defector. The episode sets a dark and suspenseful tone for the series.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Squid Game Introduction - The episode opens with a nostalgic narration about a childhood game called "Squid Game," setting a tone of innocence contrasted with dark undertones. ### Seong Gi-hun's Struggles - Gi-hun, a financially struggling chauffeur, is introduced. He borrows money from his mother under the pretense of buying his daughter a birthday gift. - He attempts to withdraw money from an ATM, facing difficulty remembering his mother's birthday, which he eventually recalls. ### Gi-hun's Gambling Habit - Gi-hun is shown gambling at horse races, winning a significant sum. - After winning, he's pickpocketed by a woman, which leads to a confrontation with loan sharks to whom he owes money. He narrowly escapes physical harm by agreeing to pay back the money and signing a waiver of physical rights. ### The Mysterious Offer - Gi-hun is approached by a mysterious man who invites him to play a game of ddakji for money. After several losses and slaps, Gi-hun wins a round. - The man offers Gi-hun a chance to participate in a series of games with higher stakes. Skeptical at first, Gi-hun eventually calls the number on the business card given to him. ### The First Game: Red Light, Green Light - Gi-hun, along with 455 other players, is taken to a secret location. All players are in dire financial straits. - The first game, "Red Light, Green Light," is introduced by a giant doll. Players must move when the doll says 'Green Light' and stop on 'Red Light.' If they move after 'Red Light,' they are eliminated. - Initially, players think it's a simple game, but it quickly turns deadly as those who move after 'Red Light' are shot and killed. - Chaos ensues as players panic, causing many to be eliminated. - Gi-hun struggles but manages to survive the game with the help of other players, including an old man (#001) and a defector from North Korea (#067). ### Conclusion of the Episode - The episode ends with the survivors processing the trauma of the game, setting a grim tone for the rest of the series.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Squid Game?

A childhood game where players are divided into offense and defense, playing in a court shaped like a squid.

Who is Seong Gi-hun?

A financially struggling chauffeur and the main character of the show.

Why does Gi-hun borrow money from his mother?

He claims it's for his daughter Ga-yeong's birthday gift.

What happens at the ATM with Gi-hun?

He struggles to remember his mother's birthday, which is the PIN, but eventually recalls it.

How does Gi-hun win money initially?

He wins a bet at horse races.

What happens after Gi-hun wins at the races?

He is pickpocketed by a woman and then confronted by loan sharks.

How does Gi-hun avoid getting hurt by loan sharks?

He signs a waiver of his physical rights and promises to pay back his debt.

What game does the mysterious man invite Gi-hun to play?

Ddakji, a traditional Korean game.

What is the first game in the mysterious competition?

"Red Light, Green Light."

How does "Red Light, Green Light" work in the show?

Players move on 'Green Light' and must stop on 'Red Light.' If they move after 'Red Light,' they are eliminated.

What happens to players who are eliminated in "Red Light, Green Light"?

They are shot and killed.

How does Gi-hun survive the first game?

He survives by following the advice of other players and remaining still during 'Red Light.'

Who helps Gi-hun in the first game?

An old man (#001) and a defector from North Korea (#067) are among those who help him.

What is the emotional tone at the end of the episode?

The tone is grim and traumatic, as players realize the deadly nature of the games.

How many players are in the competition?

There are 456 players in total.

 
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