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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ became the most popular Netflix film ever

Netflix confirmed the Sony Pictures Animation musical passed 236 million views, overtaking ‘Red Notice’, after sold-out sing-along screenings topped the North American weekend box office.

By Tolani Desk August 26, 2025 · 5 min read✓ Source checked
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Here is what we know: this story is based on reporting from Netflix Tudum, linked in full for readers who want to review the original coverage.

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“Before you believe everything circulating online, here is what has actually been confirmed.”

Why everyone was talking

Netflix confirmed the Sony Pictures Animation musical passed 236 million views, overtaking ‘Red Notice’, after sold-out sing-along screenings topped the North American weekend box office. The response moved quickly across social platforms, with audiences adding interpretations, jokes and debates.

The wider picture

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