Standing Out: KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix’s Most-Watched List
Have you checked out KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix yet? If not, you might want to add it to your watchlist! This action-packed film has officially become the most popular Netflix original movie of all time, with a whopping 236 million views and 393.3 million hours of total viewing time since its release in June. Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, KPop Demon Hunters follows the K-pop girl group Huntr/X as they take on the role of badass demon hunters.
In the rankings, KPop Demon Hunters is followed by Red Notice with 230.9 million views and last year’s thriller Carry-On with 172.1 million. Netflix determines these rankings based on total views during the first 91 days of a film’s release. Here’s the full list of the most-watched movies on Netflix:
1. KPop Demon Hunters (236 million views)
2. Red Notice (230.9 million views)
3. Carry-On (172.1 million views)
4. Don’t Look Up (171.4 million views)
5. The Adam Project (157.6 million views)
6. Bird Box (157.4 million views)
7. Back in Action (147.2 million views)
8. Leave the World Behind (143.4 million views)
9. The Grey Man (139.3 million views)
10. Damsel (138 million views)
The success of KPop Demon Hunters marks a significant shift in Netflix’s movie landscape. While Red Notice has held the top spot since 2021 with its star-studded cast and big-budget approach, KPop Demon Hunters took a more targeted and focused approach to capture the audience’s attention.
Unlike Red Notice, which faced criticism for prioritizing style over substance, KPop Demon Hunters offers a unique and engaging storyline that resonated with viewers. Similarly, Carry-On, the third most-watched film on Netflix, showcased that mid-budget thrillers like KPop Demon Hunters can also make a big impact.
So, if you’re looking for your next binge-worthy movie, consider adding KPop Demon Hunters to your watchlist! With its action-packed storyline and engaging characters, it’s no wonder it’s become a fan favorite on Netflix.
