KPop Demon Hunters Reigns Supreme

The animated sensation, ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ has officially claimed the title of Netflix's most-streamed movie ever, racking up a staggering 236 million views! This vibrant film, where a K-pop girl group battles mythical beasts in between rockstar performances, has dethroned the previous record-holder, ‘Red Notice,’ which featured stars like Dwayne Johnson and Ryan Reynolds.

Breaking Streaming Records

Comparing view counts, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ outperformed ‘Red Notice’ by a solid margin, which garnered 230.9 million views. The top five list is rounded out by Taron Egerton's thriller ‘Carry-On,’ the satirical hit ‘Don’t Look Up’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, and Reynolds' own adventure flick, ‘The Adam Project.’

Box Office Success & Theatrical Debut

In a surprising twist, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ enjoyed a rare theatrical release last weekend, reportedly becoming the highest-grossing film for that period, with estimates ranging between $18 million and $20 million at the box office. The film also dominated Netflix’s viewer rankings last week, adding another impressive 25.4 million views.

A Talented Team Behind the Magic

Directed by the talented duo Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the film features a screenplay they crafted alongside Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, inspired by a storyline developed by Kang herself. Voicing the characters are acclaimed actors like Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo.

Chart-Topping Soundtrack

The movie's original soundtrack has become a phenomenon in its own right, featuring tracks penned by artists including Ejae, Jenna Andrews, Danny Chung, and more. It’s no wonder that the music has soared to the top of the charts, further fueling the film’s impressive popularity.