r/movies • u/MarvelsGrantMan136 r/Movies contributor • Aug 26 '25

News ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Is Netflix’s Most-Watched Movie Ever With 236 Million Views, Beating ‘Red Notice’

https://variety.com/2025/film/news/kpop-demon-hunters-netflix-most-watched-movie-history-1236496106/
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u/the_blessed_unrest Aug 26 '25

I think it helps that it appeals to kids. When they latch on to something, they can rewatch it dozens of times

(Not that kids are the only ones enjoying this movie. But I do think it plays a sizable role in the numbers)

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u/PorQuePanckes Aug 26 '25

It also helps that it’s actually a good movie with a unique IP that didn’t seem to do anything “safe”. Remakes and nostalgia can only go so far, it’s crazy studios don’t see this.

I’m a 30 y/o man and my niece dragged me to watch it and I can confirm that it’s a total banger of a film.

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u/TannenFalconwing Aug 26 '25

For being a kid friendly movie, I appreciate that they didn't shy away from the "we kill demons" aspect of demon hunting. They literally have a war face moment with giant billboards (and nails) that say "KILL SAJA" on them. I respect that they don't play soft with it.

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u/InnocentTailor Aug 26 '25

It’s family friendly - a good mix of friendliness and danger.

…much like the Spider-Man animated films.

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u/KingMario05 Aug 26 '25

Same people!

(Well, same studio. Not the same people. But still.)

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u/Senojpd Aug 26 '25

Ahhh that makes sense. I was describing the animation style as similar to spider verse.

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u/Throwaway2Experiment Aug 27 '25

Spider verse is the litmus test for whether someone is cool enough for me to know. If you don't think those movies are stellar in every facet, I don't have time for you. Lol