Squid Game Boosts Netflix's Value by Almost $1 Billion, Yet Creator Receives Almost Nothing

Squid Game, a South Korean survival drama, was one of the most successful series on Netflix, with over 142 million views worldwide. However, the creator of the series, Hwang Dong-hyuk, reportedly received no substantial financial compensation for his work.

Written on Thu Jun 29, 2023

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