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KPop Demon Hunters Shatters Netflix Animated Viewership Record, Franchise Expansion Under Way

Netflix is planning broad franchise expansion after the film’s sixth-week peak of 26.3 million viewers with a chart-topping soundtrack.

KPop Demon Hunters. Netflix.
The characters in Kpop Demon Hunters
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Overview

  • KPop Demon Hunters drew 26.3 million Netflix views in its sixth week, making it the platform’s most-watched original animated film and extending its global Top 10 run for over a month.
  • The film’s original soundtrack has driven its songs to dominate global music charts, with standout track “Golden” reclaiming the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Global Charts.
  • According to reports, Netflix is developing multiple sequels, a live-action remake, a stage musical, a television series and short films to build the KPop Demon Hunters universe.
  • Co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans have discussed sequel ideas publicly, while cast members and a vocal fanbase have rallied online for follow-up projects.
  • Produced by Sony Pictures Animation with minimal pre-release marketing, the film’s authentic Korean visuals and music-driven narrative powered its surprise global success.