The globally acclaimed Netflix series "Squid Game" has further solidified its international success by capturing six prestigious Gold Derby TV Awards. The Korean drama series dominated multiple categories in the American entertainment awards ceremony, adding to its growing list of international accolades.
On August 19, the Gold Derby TV Awards website announced that "Squid Game" had won six major honors across various categories. The series took home the coveted Best Drama Series award, establishing itself as a standout production in the competitive television landscape. The show's exceptional cast was also recognized, with Lee Jung-jae earning the Drama Actor award for his compelling lead performance.
The supporting cast received significant recognition as well, with Kang Ae-sim winning Drama Supporting Actress and Choi Seung-hyun taking home Drama Supporting Actor. Additionally, Gong Yoo was honored with the Drama Guest Actor award for his memorable appearance in the series. The entire cast was further celebrated with the Ensemble of the Year award, highlighting the collective strength of the show's performances.
These latest awards recognize the success of both the second and third seasons of "Squid Game." The series achieved remarkable success following the release of its highly anticipated second season in December of last year, followed by the third season's debut in June of this year. Both seasons continued to captivate global audiences and maintain the show's cultural impact.
The Gold Derby TV Awards represent a significant recognition in American popular culture, celebrating excellence across all television categories including drama, comedy, variety, and animation. Now in its 22nd edition, this year's awards ceremony considered content that was released between 2024 and the current year, making "Squid Game's" multiple wins particularly noteworthy in such a competitive field.
This recognition from the Gold Derby TV Awards adds another chapter to "Squid Game's" remarkable journey from a Korean production to a global phenomenon, demonstrating the continued international appeal and critical acclaim of Korean entertainment content.
