Netflix has a new global phenomenon, and it comes wrapped in dazzling animation, addictive music, and the unstoppable energy of K-pop. ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’, an animated musical produced by Sony Pictures Animation, has officially dethroned Red Notice to become Netflix’s most viewed film ever, amassing over 236 million views since its release in June.
Netflix’s most viewed films of all time:
KPop Demon Hunters
Red Notice
Carry-On
Don’t Look Up
The Adam Project
Bird Box
Back in Action
Leave the World Behind
The Gray Man
Damsel
When Kpop Demon Hunters premiered quietly at Netflix’s Tudum Theatre in Los Angeles, few could have predicted the storm it would unleash. Over the summer, however, the film spread like wildfire through word of mouth, viral memes, and clips flooding TikTok and Instagram.
Fans across the world were captivated by the adventures of Huntr/x, a fictional K-pop girl group who use their music and martial arts skills to battle demons threatening humanity. The blend of sleek visuals, vibrant fight sequences, and heartfelt storytelling has made it more than just an animated feature, it’s become a cultural wave.
One of the biggest reasons for the film’s runaway success lies in its soundtrack. Packed with songs produced by veteran K-pop hitmakers who’ve worked with global icons like BTS and Twice, the music has resonated deeply with fans.
The track “Golden” skyrocketed to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, while several other songs stormed Spotify’s global charts. At one point, both Huntr/x and their on-screen rivals, Saja Boys, achieved the unprecedented feat of surpassing real-world groups like BTS and Blackpink on the US Spotify chart. The soundtrack also became the first ever to claim four simultaneous Top 10 spots on Billboard’s Hot 100.
Riding on the film’s popularity, Netflix released a sing-along version of Kpop Demon Hunters in cinemas across the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The gamble paid off as it not only drew massive crowds but also became Netflix’s first-ever number one film at the US box office. The sing-along edition is now available worldwide on the platform, ensuring fans everywhere can belt out their favorite tracks.
With its success, talks of a sequel are already buzzing. Considering the film’s global fanbase, iconic music, and cultural influence, a follow-up could be Netflix’s next big franchise.
For now, though, Kpop Demon Hunters has made history cementing its place not only as Netflix’s biggest film ever but also as one of the most surprising and delightful global hits in recent years.
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