When K-Pop Demon Hunters premiered on June 20, 2025, it was expected to be a summer hit, but no one predicted it would become the biggest movie in Netflix history. Today, December 23, 2025, the streaming giant confirmed that the musical fantasy has officially crossed the 500 million view milestone, unseating the long-reigning champion Red Notice to take the all-time crown.
Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the film has tapped into the global K-pop zeitgeist with such precision that it has spent an unprecedented 27 weeks in the Global Top 10. It heads into awards season with three Golden Globe nominations.
The Road to 500 Million
The film’s ascent has been nothing short of meteoric. While traditional blockbusters often see a sharp decline after their first month, K-Pop Demon Hunters exhibited nearly 0% audience decline throughout the summer, driven by repeat viewings from dedicated fans.
- The 91-Day Sprint: In its first three months, the film logged 325 million views, easily eclipsing the 230 million held by Red Notice.
- The Global Reach: The movie reached the #1 spot in 93 different countries, proving that the story of Huntrix (the demon-hunting girl group at the center of the film) resonates far beyond the K-pop fandom.
A Soundtrack That Conquered Billboard
One of the primary drivers of the film’s success is its electric soundtrack. The fictional group HUNTR/X (voiced by Arden Cho, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo with vocals by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami) made history this year.
- Billboard Domination: The film became the first soundtrack ever to have four simultaneous Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including the double-platinum smash “Golden.”
- Viral Momentum: Tracks like “Your Idol” and “Soda Pop” became TikTok staples, fueling millions of dance covers that funneled viewers back to the Netflix platform.
