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KPop Demon Hunters Arrives in U.S. Theaters for Sing-Along Ahead of Oscar Campaign

Fueled by record-breaking viewership alongside a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film is reaching new audiences through limited sing-along screenings plus awards screeners.

KPop Demon Hunters To Get Theatrical Release In US With Special Sing-Along Screenings

Overview

  • KPop Demon Hunters will screen in select U.S. Regal Theaters on August 23 and 24 in a special sing-along format.
  • Netflix plans to distribute digital Oscar screeners to Academy members beginning August 16 as part of its awards campaign.
  • Since its June 20 premiere, the film has amassed over 158 million views, making it Netflix’s most-viewed animated title and the fourth most-watched English-language feature.
  • The soundtrack topped the Billboard 200, became the number-one movie soundtrack on Spotify, and is the first K-pop album to lead U.S. Apple Music and iTunes charts.
  • Netflix has filed trademarks for merchandise and is reportedly exploring sequels, spin-offs and other multi-platform expansions.