Animated Musical Breaks Netflix Records, Sequel Set for 2029
An unexpected animated hit about K-Pop demon hunters has shattered Netflix viewing records and earned major awards recognition, with fans now eagerly awaiting the announced follow-up.
An animated musical about K-Pop performers who battle demons has shattered every Netflix viewing record. The Sony Animation film launched quietly in June with minimal promotion, yet seven months later it remains undefeated in the streaming platform's top rankings.
The movie follows three K-Pop stars who secretly hunt supernatural creatures while navigating internal group conflicts. What started as a standard streaming release has transformed into a global phenomenon, earning a 93% critics score and 99% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Awards Season Domination
The film has collected over 100 award nominations across entertainment and music categories, winning 83 trophies so far. Recent victories include Golden Globe wins for Best Animated Motion Picture and Best Original Song for "Golden."
Grammy nominations span five categories, including Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. The Academy Awards recognized the soundtrack with a Best Original Song nomination for the March ceremony.
Unprecedented Streaming Success
Weekly viewership continues hitting 9 million, surpassing holiday classics like "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" during peak December weeks. The movie has maintained its Netflix Top 10 position since release, with two successful limited theater runs boosting its profile further.
Songs from the soundtrack have topped international music charts, creating a multimedia success story that extends far beyond traditional film metrics.
Long Wait for Sequel
A follow-up film will arrive in 2029, giving the creative team four years for production. This timeline matches industry standards for animated features. Disney took nine years between "Zootopia" films, while Sony's "Spider-Verse" movies typically space releases four to five years apart.
The 2029 sequel will continue following trio members Rumi, Mira, and Zoey in their next supernatural adventure. Given the original's record-breaking performance, the follow-up may be the only film capable of surpassing its predecessor's achievements.