There are no green lights in recent times. Squid Game
 
The Netflix smash hit became history on Jan. 12 when it received a nomination from the 2022 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance of an Ensemble in Drama Series. This record-breaking series is both the first to be nominated for an award from the annual show and the first Korean-language series. This category includes: Squid GameIt will be up against fan favorite including The Handmaid’s Tale, The Morning Show, Succession Yellowstone.
 
Other SAG nominations were also received for the series and its lead actors, including Outstanding Action Performance of a Stunt Ensemble and Outstanding Performance by A Male Actor in Drama Series. Lee Jung-JaeFor Outstanding Performance of a Female Actor in Drama Series Jung Ho-Yeon.

The news was immediately followed by the creator of the show. Hwang Dong-hyukA statement was released, stating that “As director of Squid GameToday has to be my happiest day. Recalling all of the hours spent in auditions, first meetings, meeting the cast and visiting theatres to view their performances, reading scripts, rehearsals, set visits, etc., makes me feel nostalgic.