The 8 Show finally premiered on Netflix on Friday, May 17, 2024. This series, based on the webtoons Money Games and Pie Games by Bae Jin Soo, released all eight episodes simultaneously. The show follows eight people who must survive using time, with money multiplying at every turn. With such an exciting premise, many are wondering: will there be a sequel to The 8 Show?
Be warned, this article contains light spoilers!
The 8 Show: A Single-Season Release
trailer for the series The 8 Show (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)The 8 Show concluded its story in eight episodes, filled with internal conflicts and power shifts. The series ends with players from the 7th floor submitting work ideas inspired by their experiences while playing the game. The possibility of a second season is hinted at, as the 7th floor players discuss it. However, the creator of the game remains a mystery by the end of the series.
The Source Material: Two Seasons in One
trailer for the series The 8 Show (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)The webtoons Money Games and Pie Games, which The 8 Show is based on, originally had two seasons. The second season of the webtoon continues the story from the first, with several characters returning to play in Pie Games. Despite this potential for a sequel, the show combined both seasons into one series. This is evident in the credits, which mention both Money Games and Pie Games.
No Confirmation Yet
trailer for the series The 8 Show (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the production team about a second season of The 8 Show. The production itself was complex and costly, involving the creation of unique rooms, a large staircase connecting eight floors, waterless swimming pools, and merry-go-rounds. Art Director Lee Min Ah mentioned that significant effort went into highlighting the artificial yet real feel of the locations, which also tied into the characters’ psychology.
So, does The 8 Show need a sequel? Fans are eagerly waiting for an answer.