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KPop Demon Hunters Debuts on Netflix to Rave Reviews and Sequel Clamor

With a 94% Rotten Tomatoes fresh rating matched by a 97% Popcornmeter score, fans are debating its finale, calling for more adventures

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Overview

  • Produced by Sony Pictures Animation and co-directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, KPop Demon Hunters premiered on Netflix on June 20, 2025.
  • The film follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group of Rumi, Mira and Zoey, who secretly battle demons to protect their adoring fans.
  • Its animation blends anime-inspired visuals with vibrant color palettes and 2D-style effects drawn from K-dramas and music videos.
  • Original songs drive the narrative, including the TWICE-performed track “Takedown” produced in collaboration with THEBLACKLABEL.
  • Audiences rewarded the film with a 97% Popcornmeter score and critics gave it a 94% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, fueling calls for a sequel.