Who’d have thought that a TV show arriving on Netflix in late September would become a front-runner for everybody’s Halloween costumes this year? That’s exactly what has happened with Squid Game – the streamer’s biggest series ever.
The dystopian thriller from Hwang Dong-hyuk has taken over the world, with its terrifying rounds, scary symbols and all the Squid Game theories that are populating the internet at the moment.
Whether you’re tempted to buy a blue tracksuit and go as the Old Man to an upcoming Halloween party, or you’re choosing the easier route with a red boiler suit and a geometric mask, there are a number of options that Squid Game fans can choose when it comes to fancy dress outfits.
Read on for all our Squid Game costume ideas and where you can buy them.
Numbered tracksuit and t-shirt set
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In just a few weeks, the numbered teal tracksuits that the contestants wear have earned their place among the most iconic clothing on TV, and this set offers a pretty authentic look – including a tracksuit top, bottoms and numbered T-shirt.
The set is available in the numbers of many of the show’s biggest characters, including 067, 001, 456 and 218.
Soldier costume with triangle mask
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The sinister and faceless soldiers who patrol the Squid Game arena have different shapes on their masks to denote their rank. This costume comes with a full red hooded jumpsuit and the triangle mask to allow Halloween party-goers to really get the Squid Game-inspired look.
Game masks
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Looking for a square, triangle or circle mask for your Squid Game outfit? Look no further than Amazon (again), where all are available to complete your look.
The Front Man face mask
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The mysterious Front Man leader in Squid Game has a different type of face mask to all the other soldiers. His sinister presence overshadows the horrifying events of the game, and this mask is inspired by the intriguing character in the show.
Red Light, Green Light doll outfit
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If you don’t want to go down the tracksuit or boiler suit and mask look, but you’d still like to go as something Squid Game-related for Halloween, then why not dress up as the Red Light, Green Light doll? It’s sure to be a killer outfit.
Squid Game calling cards
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Complete your Squid Game costume with the infamous calling cards handed out to players by the mysterious recruiter played by Gong Yoo. You can choose to buy 10, 20, 30 or even 50 cards on Amazon, featuring the Squid Game symbols and the phone number used on the show.
Read more about Squid Game
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- Squid Game director teases possible season 2 plot
- Is Squid Game dubbed into English? How to watch with voice actors and subtitles
- How many episodes are there in Squid Game?
- Who is Squid Game’s Old Man?
- Squid Game ending explained
Squid Game is now available to watch on Netflix. Check out our lists of the best TV shows on Netflix and the best movies on Netflix or alternatively head to our TV Guide for something to watch tonight.