K-Pop Demon Hunters Smashes Netflix Records
The animated film “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has taken Netflix by storm, becoming the most-watched film on the platform and a summer surprise hit.
- “K-Pop Demon Hunters” is the most seen film on Netflix.
- It garnered 236 million views, dethroning a Dwayne Johnson action film.
- The animated feature topped the North American box office.
- The film was announced as a novelty by Netflix on Monday, August 25.
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 27, 2025 — Forget the blockbusters you expected; the summer’s biggest surprise is an animated flick. “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has officially become the most-watched film on Netflix, raking in a staggering 236 million views. This animated phenomenon has not only dethroned a previous action hit starring Dwayne Johnson but also secured its spot as Netflix’s biggest success to date.
The film’s meteoric rise was announced as a major novelty by Netflix on Monday, August 25. Its popularity wasn’t confined to streaming, either. “K-Pop Demon Hunters” also topped the North American box office, proving its broad appeal across different mediums.
What makes “K-Pop Demon Hunters” the summer’s unexpected smash hit? Its impressive viewership numbers and box office success point to a cultural moment that caught many off guard.
The animated feature has achieved a level of viewership previously unseen on the streaming giant. This success story is a testament to a summer hit that truly no one saw coming, resonating deeply with audiences and setting new benchmarks for streaming entertainment.
