Hwang Dong-hyuk
Biography
Hwang Dong-hyuk (황동혁) is a South Korean film director and screenwriter born on May 26, 1971. He is best known for creating the survival drama Netflix series Squid Game (2021).
Known For & Full Filmography6 Titles
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
From set designs to character arcs, get exclusive cast and director interviews on how Season 2 of the globally most-watched series was brought to life.
Drama Series - 2012, 16 episodes • as Self
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Drama Series - 2021, 16 episodes • as Self
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Drama Series - 2024, 16 episodes • as Self - Guest
Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please unpack the twisted politics of fairness, the final betrayal of the Os, and Player 456's decision to protect the baby.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Self
Go behind the scenes and witness how the "Squid Game"-inspired reality show transformed from a scripted drama to a cutthroat, nail-biting competition.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
Take a seat with the director and cast of Squid Game. Discover key moments, hear untold stories and see what this entire journey meant to them.