Controversy Surrounds Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge as Contestants Seek Compensation for Injuries
Contestants on Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge are considering legal action against the show's production company, Studio Lambert, and streaming giant Netflix, citing injuries suffered during the reality competition.
Express Solicitors, a British personal injuries law firm, is representing two contestants who allegedly experienced health issues such as hypothermia and nerve damage while participating in the show's opening game, Red Light, Green Light, where players had to remain motionless for extended periods in cold temperatures.
Daniel Slade, CEO of Express Solicitors, emphasised the unexpected physical toll on contestants, stating, "Contestants thought they were taking part in something fun, and those injured did not expect to suffer as they did. Now they have been left with injuries after spending time being stuck in painful stress positions in cold temperatures."
Express Solicitors has taken the initial step of sending letters of claim to Studio Lambert, outlining their clients' injuries attributed to what they claim were "poor health and safety standards on set."
Netflix previously acknowledged that three contestants received medical treatment during filming, but refuted claims of serious injuries. The streaming platform, along with Studio Lambert, is yet to respond to the potential legal action.
Squid Game: The Challenge, a reality show inspired by the South Korean blockbuster, has faced criticism for its handling of contestant welfare. Despite the controversy, the show, where 456 players compete for a $4.56 million cash prize, premiered on Wednesday, becoming the centre of attention for both its entertainment value and the ongoing legal threats.
