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If there’s one word to describe Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters,” it’s phenomenal. Months after its official release, this worldwide sensation continues to generate buzz everywhere, with its animated boy and girl groups dominating real-world music charts.
Almost two months after its June 20 premiere, “KPop Demon Hunters” has impressively climbed back to the summit as Netflix’s No. 1 movie, even overtaking the highly anticipated sequel “Happy Gilmore 2.”
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During the week spanning July 28 to Aug. 3, the film not only secured its seventh week straight in Netflix’s Top 10 but also cemented its reputation as one of the streaming giant’s standout hits.
Streaming metrics reveal that since its launch, “KPop Demon Hunters” has garnered 158.8 million views. This achievement places it fourth among all-time English-language films on Netflix, behind heavyweights like “Red Notice” with 230.9 million views, “Carry-On” at 172.1 million and “Don’t Look Up” with 171.4 million.
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Netflix calculates these rankings based on total views within the first 91 days of release, a window during which “KPop Demon Hunters” still has seven weeks left to climb even further.
The momentum continues beyond streaming numbers. Recently, the film reached a new milestone with its official entry into the Oscars Screening Room for the 98th Academy Awards.
Slated to launch on Aug. 15, this digital platform grants Academy members early access to contenders in the upcoming awards season, positioning “KPop Demon Hunters” as a promising contender for this prestigious recognition.
The overwhelming success of “KPop Demon Hunters” has not only made waves on streaming platforms and music charts but has also sparked exciting developments for the franchise’s future.
Industry insiders reveal that the film’s popularity has paved the way for plans beyond the original release, including the potential production of two sequels and a growing anticipation around a live-action adaptation
As the film’s influence grows on multiple fronts, fans and critics are watching closely to see just how high “KPop Demon Hunters” will soar next.
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