Archive · 25 Jun 2025
K-Pop Demon Hunters Animated Movie Tops Global Netflix Charts
Imagine a girl group, Huntrix, fighting demons with music in a new Netflix movie called 'K-Pop Demon Hunters.'
The film is a big hit, mixing K-pop, action, and fantasy.
It stars Lee Byung-hun.
The film faced criticism from some Chinese viewers who felt it copied their culture.
Despite the criticism, the film is popular and features music from famous K-pop artists.
Animated film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' premiered on Netflix on June 20.
The film quickly topped Netflix charts worldwide, reaching No. 1 in 26 countries.
It blends K-pop themes with fantasy, action, and demon-fighting.
Some Chinese viewers accused the film of cultural appropriation and plagiarism.
The film features a Korean voice cast and original soundtracks by K-pop artists.
- Who
- Huntrix, the Saja Boys, and the voice cast.
- What
- 'K-Pop Demon Hunters,' an animated movie.
- When
- Premiered on Netflix on June 20.
- Where
- Globally on Netflix, with significant viewership in Asia and the U.S.
- Why
- To entertain viewers through a combination of K-pop, anime, and demon-hunting themes.
Chinese Netizens
Korean/Global Netizens
Cultural Appropriation Concerns
Chinese Netizens
Accused 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' of plagiarism and cultural appropriation.
Korean/Global Netizens
Korean Netizens and other viewers
- Show Title
- K-Pop Demon Hunters
- Directors
- Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans
- Release Date
- June 20
- Rotten Tomatoes Score
- 96%
- Main Group
- Huntrix
- Voice Actors
- Lee Byung-hun, Ahn Hyo-seop, Arden Cho, and others
Sources
KPop Demon Hunters Ending Explained: Rumi, Jinu Become One Soul To Fight Gwi-Ma; Will Their Love Return For Season 2?
When K-pop meets anime: What makes ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ a fan-favourite film on Netflix in 22 countries
‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ take over the world: Netflix’s newest hit goes global, tops Netflix in 26 countries
