In a story as wild as its plot, “KPop Demon Hunters” has become the most popular film ever on Netflix. The animated musical follows the girl group Huntr/x, who juggle pop stardom with fighting supernatural evil, and has now fought its way to the top of the streaming charts.
With 236 million views, the film has surpassed every other movie on the platform, including the star-studded “Red Notice.” This victory is a testament to its global appeal and the power of its unique genre-blending concept, which merges the worlds of K-pop, animation, and fantasy action.
While its view count is unprecedented, the film’s total watch time of 23 billion minutes is slightly behind that of longer blockbusters like “Red Notice” and “Don’t Look Up.” This distinction is based on Netflix’s internal ranking system, which prioritizes the number of households that tune in.
The film’s influence doesn’t end with streaming. Its music has made history on the Billboard Hot 100, and its critical acclaim has been widespread. Netflix has already announced a sequel, ensuring that the adventures of Huntr/x will continue to captivate audiences.