Netflix producers are on the hunt for UK contestants to take part in their new Squid Game reality competition series – could you represent East Lancashire?

The dystopian Korean drama series became the streaming giant’s “biggest TV show ever” after being released last year.

Now, fans can apply for Squid Game: The Challenge, which will see 456 real players enter the game in pursuit of a prize of 4.56 million dollars (£3,736,054).

Netflix claims the show will host the largest cast and cash pot prize in reality TV history.

In a UK casting call, a spokesperson said: “You’ve seen the drama, now it’s your chance to take part in Netflix’s biggest ever social experiment!

“This supersized unscripted show turns the scripted world of the drama into reality.

“Real-life players will be immersed in the iconic Squid Game universe and will never know what’s coming next.

“Here they’ll compete in a series of heart-stopping games in order to become the sole survivor and walk away with a life-changing cash prize.

With a fortune up for grabs, who will be an ally, who will you trust, and who will you betray in this ultimate test of character?

"Win or lose, all players will leave unscathed. But if you win, you win big.”

The 10-part competition will see competitors battle through a series of games inspired by the original show, alongside some new additions.

Strategies, alliances, and character will be put to the test as each round contestants are eliminated.

However, the streamer has confirmed that the players will not face the deadly consequences of the drama series, and their worst fate will be going home empty-handed.

Brandon Riegg, Netflix vice president of unscripted and documentary series, said: “Squid Game took the world by storm with Director Hwang’s captivating story and iconic imagery.

“We’re grateful for his support as we turn the fictional world into reality in this massive competition and social experiment.

“Fans of the drama series are in for a fascinating and unpredictable journey as our 456 real world contestants navigate the biggest competition series ever, full of tension and twists, with the biggest ever cash prize at the end.”

Squid Game holds the record as Netflix’s most popular series of all time, with 142 million households around the world watching the show within its first four weeks after it was released in September 2021.

It was recently announced that Netflix has renewed the show for a second season, with Hwang Dong-hyuk returning to directing duties.

How to apply

Casting for the series is open, with English-language speakers from any part of the world encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be aged 21 or over and must be available to take part in the program for up to four weeks in early 2023.

Applications can be submitted online: www.squidgamecasting.com