10 Tv Characters We Think Would Win At Squid Game

Okay, let's be real. Watching Squid Game was intense. Like, "hiding behind the couch with a blanket" intense. But it also got us thinking. Who from our favorite TV shows would totally slay those deadly games?

We’ve been brainstorming. Debating. Maybe even arguing a little. And we've come up with our top 10. These are the characters we’re putting our money on. The ones who just get it, you know?

The Unlikely Heroes of the Red Light, Green Light Arena

First up, we have Dwight Schrute from The Office. Hear us out. He’s a volunteer sheriff’s deputy. He’s survived beet farming in harsh winters. He’s basically a survivalist in a mustard-colored shirt.

Imagine Dwight in Red Light, Green Light. He’d probably have a pre-planned strategy. He'd calculate the optimal stopping points. He might even have a beet-stained whistle to signal the exact nanosecond of stillness.

And the Honeycomb challenge? Forget it. Dwight has the precision of a surgeon. He’d carve out that umbrella shape with his eyes closed. Probably while humming a beet-farming shanty.

When Smart Brains Beat Big Muscles

Next on our list is Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation. She’s a relentless optimist. She’s also a master planner. And she never, ever gives up. Seriously, her enthusiasm is a superpower.

In a high-pressure situation, Leslie would see opportunities where others see doom. She’d probably try to organize the other players. “Okay, team! Let’s synergize our efforts to escape this death trap!”

Tug-of-War? Leslie would have devised a complex pulley system by then. Using the ropes from their jumpsuits and maybe some strategically placed discarded shoes. She’d get everyone working together. It would be beautiful. And probably involve waffles at the end.

Then there’s Hermione Granger from Harry Potter. Okay, technically movies, but she’s the queen of smarts. She knows spells. She knows ancient runes. She’s basically a walking encyclopedia of magical knowledge.

She’d absolutely excel at any game requiring logic. The marbles game? Hermione would have figured out the probabilities. She’d have a mathematical advantage. She’d probably even have a contingency plan for a rogue owl.

The glass bridge? Hermione would have researched the structural integrity of different types of glass. She’d know which ones to step on. She’d probably have a charm to detect weak points. Total Hermione move.

The Quiet Ones You Shouldn't Underestimate

Let’s talk about Arya Stark from Game of Thrones. This girl has been through everything. She’s a trained assassin. She’s nimble. She’s incredibly resourceful.

Red Light, Green Light would be a walk in the park for Arya. She’s used to moving silently. She’d be the last one standing, completely unnoticed.

The games involving direct confrontation? Arya would thrive. She’s got a list, and she’s not afraid to use it. She’d be the one strategically eliminating opponents. Not out of malice, but out of pure survival instinct. And maybe a little bit of justice.

Another dark horse is Michonne Hawthorne from The Walking Dead. Survival is her middle name. She’s fought zombies. She’s fought humans. She’s tough as nails.

Her swordsmanship would definitely come in handy. Especially if there were any games involving quick reflexes or close combat. She’d be a formidable opponent.

And she’s incredibly calm under pressure. While others are panicking, Michonne would be observing. Calculating. Waiting for her moment. She’d be the one to watch out for.

When Grit and Determination Reign Supreme

We have to include Captain Jean-Luc Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation. He’s a diplomat. He’s a strategist. He’s seen it all on the final frontier.

Picard’s calm demeanor is his greatest asset. He wouldn’t be fazed by the violence or the stakes. He’d approach each game like a complex negotiation.

The marbles game? Picard would propose a peaceful resolution. Perhaps a game of strategy where everyone wins. He’d likely appeal to the humanity of the organizers, even if they don’t have much left.

Then there’s Kimiko Miyashiro from The Boys. She’s incredibly fast. She’s super strong. And she’s a whirlwind of controlled fury.

Kimiko would absolutely dominate any physical challenges. She’d be a blur in Red Light, Green Light. And a force of nature in Tug-of-War. She wouldn’t just pull; she’d demolish the other team.

Her combat skills would make her a nightmare in any game requiring agility or fighting. She’d be a one-woman army. And probably have the highest score.

The Unexpected Contenders

Who else could surprise us? How about Monica Geller from Friends? Yes, Monica. Bear with us. She is intensely competitive.

Remember the Thanksgiving football game? Monica was practically a professional athlete. She is driven by a desire to win. Any win. At any cost.

She’d analyze every game. She’d practice relentlessly. She’d have a spreadsheet for the marbles game. And she wouldn’t be afraid to break a few rules if she thought she could get away with it. Pure Monica.

Finally, we’re adding Buster Bluth from Arrested Development. This might seem crazy. But hear us out. Buster is surprisingly resilient. And he has a unique way of looking at the world.

He’s survived so much. Getting his hand eaten by a seal. Being trapped in the stair car. He has a certain… adaptability. And he’s surprisingly lucky sometimes.

Imagine Buster in Red Light, Green Light. He’d probably freeze perfectly. Not because he’s good at it, but because he’s scared and confused. And maybe that’s the winning strategy. He’d also probably make friends with one of the giant doll’s eyes.

The Unofficial Standby

And a special mention goes to MacGyver. If anyone could build a way out of Squid Game, it’s him. He’d probably dismantle the giant piggy bank with a paperclip and some chewing gum.

He'd win every game by inventing a new one. Or by talking his way out of it. He's the ultimate wildcard. And we’d love to see him try.

So, there you have it. Our completely unofficial, totally fun list of TV characters who we think would totally conquer Squid Game. Who did we miss? Who do you think would be a surprise victor? Let us know!