Why You Need to Watch Netflix’s New Animated Hit ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Right Now!

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I hadn’t realized that “KPop Demon Hunters” was scheduled for release on Netflix in 2025 until I got the chance to interview its directors. It’s a shame there wasn’t more excitement about its premiere, as this film, one of last week’s new streaming releases, currently holds a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Having watched it twice already, I can confidently say that its high score is well-deserved.

For those unfamiliar, “KPop Demon Hunters” is precisely as its title suggests – an engagingly animated action-musical series that follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group. Yet, this trio – Rumi, Mira, and Zoey – are more than just pop stars; they’re highly skilled demon hunters who employ their music and powers to preserve the Honmoon and safeguard humans. Intriguingly, when Gwi-Ma, the demon ruler, dispatches a boy band of demons with the mission to vanquish them, a musical pandemonium unfolds.

Currently, the action-packed series “KPop Demon Hunters” is garnering high praise with a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer, based on 23 reviews, and an 86% score on the Popcornmeter, reflecting over 500 ratings from viewers who streamed it using their Netflix subscriptions.

Speaking as a movie enthusiast, I’d say it’s on par with Sony Animation’s other Netflix blockbuster, “The Mitchells vs. the Machines,” which boasts an impressive 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and 89% on Popcorn Meter.

For this upcoming 2025 film schedule project, Sony is not only maintaining the tradition established by their previous films but also introducing a fresh, stunning universe. Interestingly, Sony, known for trailblazing productions like “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” has inspired the directors of this new project. The creators of KPop drew motivation from the innovative approach taken in “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” as they too aimed to develop something entirely novel and distinctive, similar to that Marvel film.

They took inspiration from Korean dramas, editorial photography, music videos, and other sources, ultimately resulting in the visually stunning, vibrant, and entertaining realm of KPop Demon Hunters.

Beyond that, every action and dance within this universe harmoniously syncs with the film’s infectious original KPop tunes, creating a riveting visual narrative conveyed through music that will undoubtedly linger in your memory for an extended period. For instance, give the film’s opening melody a listen:

Indeed, I assume now it’s clear to you why I’ve re-watched “KPop Demon Hunters” three times. It’s immersive and visually captivating, while the music leaves one humming along.

Above all, this narrative focuses on the struggles of three women as they stand up for what they believe in. Simultaneously, we witness their journey towards self-acceptance, which offers an inspiring and valuable lesson for everyone.

As a die-hard cinephile, let me tell you from personal experience that “KPop Demon Hunters” is an exhilarating, unforgettable journey that I simply can’t tire of. Immersing myself in this world feels like a dream come true, and the soaring Rotten Tomatoes score indicates that many others have felt the same thrill. It’s a movie I wish I could stay in forever!

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2025-06-26 05:37