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Netflix Just Made K-Pop Demon Hunters Their New "Frozen" – And We're Getting EVERYTHING

Hold onto your lightsticks, because Netflix just dropped some massive news that's about to change the entertainment landscape forever. TheWrap has learned that "KPop Demon Hunter" is about to expand into a number of related projects, including sequels and a live-action version.

The Numbers Don't Lie – This Movie Is UNSTOPPABLE

If you thought K-Pop Demon Hunters was just another animated movie, think again. It became the first Netflix original film to reach a new viewing peak in its sixth week – a massive 26.3 million views, topping the previous week (25.8 million) and the week before that (24.2 million). In its sixth week it also became "the most popular Netflix animated film of all time," according to the streaming giant.

But wait, it gets better. "Golden," a song from its bop-filled soundtrack, returned to the #1 spot on the Billboard Global 200. When your animated movie's soundtrack is topping real music charts, you know you've created something special.

Netflix's Master Plan: Welcome to the K-Pop Demon Hunters Universe

Netflix is referring to the project as its "Frozen" or Disney Princesses franchise – a property that has tapped into the zeitgeist on an unprecedented level and one that the streamer plans to exploit across various channels and mediums, and honestly? We are SO here for it.

Here's what's reportedly in the works:

🎬 Two Animated Sequels: Among the projects being bandied about at Netflix are a stage musical, live-action remake, series and, of course, a pair of sequels to round out a full-on "KPop Demon Hunters" film trilogy. That's right – we're getting a full trilogy of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey slaying demons with their infectious beats!

🎭 Live-Action Remake: The most exciting (and terrifying) news is that a live-action version is being considered. Imagine real performers bringing those incredible choreographed demon-fighting sequences to life!

📺 Series & More: They're also exploring an animated series, a stage musical, and even bridge content between the main films (just like Frozen Fever did for Disney).

From Underdog to Global Phenomenon

What makes this success story even sweeter? The movie was a project that was perpetually undervalued and discounted. Netflix quietly released it on June 20th with minimal fanfare – no glossy promotional books, limited merchandise, and the directors even skipped major animation festivals.

But then something magical happened. The audience found it anyway, and the numbers exploded week after week. Netflix was so caught off guard by the desire for merchandise that they started reprinting products that were intended as crew gifts; the plush tiger available on the site right now was originally handed out to those who worked on the movie.

The Cultural Impact Is Real

This isn't just about box office numbers. Scroll through social media and you'll see fans creating their own dances to the movie's songs, drawing fan art of the characters, and passionately discussing plot theories. The movie has sparked the same kind of organic fandom energy that made Frozen a cultural juggernaut.

During the second quarter earnings call earlier this month, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos singled out "Kpop Demon Hunters" as "a phenomenal success out of the gate … And the fact that people are in love with this film and in love with the music from this film, that will keep it going for a long time."

Why This Matters

In an era where everything feels pre-packaged and algorithm-driven, K-Pop Demon Hunters proved that genuine surprises can still break through. It reminded Hollywood that sometimes the most unexpected concepts – K-pop idols fighting demons with the power of music – can become the biggest hits of all.

The success of this movie isn't just about great animation or catchy songs (though it has both). It's about representation, about seeing Korean culture celebrated on a global stage, and about female characters who are "allowed to be silly and crass and make stupid faces and not be so pretty all the time," as director Maggie Kang put it.

Get Ready for the K-Pop Demon Hunters Takeover

Whether you're here for the music, the action, the representation, or just the pure joy of watching demons get defeated by perfectly choreographed dance moves, one thing is clear: K-Pop Demon Hunters is about to be everywhere.

So charge your lightsticks, practice your dance moves, and prepare for a franchise that's going to dominate everything from movie theaters to Broadway stages to your local Hot Topic. The demons don't stand a chance, and neither does our free time.

The K-Pop Demon Hunters universe is just getting started, and we couldn't be more excited to see where Rumi, Mira, and Zoey take us next.