Why are ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ contestants threatening legal action against Netflix and producers
'Squid Game: The Challenge' contestants are exploring the possibility of legal action against Netflix and Studio Lambert, the co-producer.
The move comes in regarding injuries allegedly suffered during the filming of the game show. Two participants, represented by British personal injuries law firm Express Solicitors, claim to have endured hypothermia and nerve damage due to the challenging conditions on set.
The Opening Game and Unexpected Consequences
The contestants' grievances revolve around the shooting of the show's opening game, 'Red Light, Green Light,' where players were supposed to go past a menacing robotic doll.
Filmed at Cardington Studios, a former Royal Air Force base in Bedford, the production coincided with a cold snap in the UK.
Netflix acknowledged that three out of 456 players needed medical attention during this time.
Express Solicitors, known for no win, no fee claims, asserted that their clients jeopardized their health by being required to maintain motionless positions for extended periods during the shoot, all while striving to remain in the competition.
Daniel Slade, CEO of Express Solicitors, framed the situation as a «classic David and Goliath battle» with contestants expecting a fun experience, not gauging the injuries they would suffer.
He highlighted the contestants enduring painful stress positions in cold temperatures, contrasting sharply with their initial expectations.
Statement from 'Squid Game: The Challenge'
In response to the looming legal threats, a spokesperson for 'Squid Game: The Challenge' said that no lawsuit had been filed by any contestants.
Earlier reports from February revealed that 'Squid Game: The Challenge' underwent an independent safety inspection following
