Squid Game Season 1 introduced a mysterious old man who has complex ties to the game.

Who Is the Old Man in Squid Game?

The character is played on-screen by O Yeong-su.

Old Man in Squid Game

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How Did the Old Man Get Eliminated?

Unfortunately, it was during this time that Il-nam’s dementia worsened, which led to concerns from Gi-hun.

O Yeung-su as Oh Il-nam in Squid Game Season 1, Episode 1

He told him that he is actually a wealthy man who made a living lending money to people.

Il-nam saw humanity as selfish beings, and the games cemented that idea.

The first two seasons ofSquid Gameare streaming on Netflix.

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