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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Netflix’s Fourth Most-Viewed Film Of First-Half 2026 Almost A Year After Release – What We Watched Report
Netflix’s animated film KPop Demon Hunters remained highly popular more than a year after release, ranking fourth among the streamer’s most-viewed films from January to June 2026. Its continued performance matters because it reinforces the film’s exceptional longevity and suggests Netflix’s original animation strategy is gaining momentum.
The film recorded 130.4 million views in the six-month period and has reached 648.7 million views overall, making it Netflix’s most-watched film to date. Released on 20 June 2025, it initially gained 36.7 million views in its first 10 days before growing through positive reviews and word of mouth; it later won Oscars and Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song, while a sequel was confirmed in August 2025.
In short
- KPop Demon Hunters remains Netflix’s most popular film ever.
- It drew 130.4 million views in early 2026.
- Awards success and a sequel underline its cultural impact.
Explained simply
KPop Demon Hunters is an animated film released by Netflix in June 2025 that blends Korean pop music culture with action fantasy storytelling. The film quickly captured audiences' attention with 36.7 million views in its opening ten days.
The film continued to grow in popularity through positive word of mouth and critical acclaim, ultimately winning major awards including Oscars and Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. The film has accumulated over 648 million views total, making it Netflix's most-watched film to date.
Its exceptional performance, including strong viewership more than a year after release, demonstrates sustained audience interest in the film. Netflix's decision to greenlight a sequel confirms the company's confidence in the project and suggests its strategy of investing in original animated features is succeeding.