“KPOP Demon Hunters” for the first time Netflix is number 1 at the box office with millions.
Netflix celebrates its first place on the box office in the 18-year history of the company. The animation musical “KPOP Demon Hunters” said that the weekend from August 22nd to August 24th between $ 16 and $ 18 million. The numbers come from several rental experts: inside that had to remain anonymous because Netflix does not publish ticket sales.
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The cinema tour of the Sing Along version was only for two days, Saturday and Sunday, in around 1,750 North American cinemas. Nevertheless, the film exceeded all other thoughts of the weekend. Some estimates even assumed up to $ 20 million. David A. Gross from “Franchisere” described the event as “a completely unique two -day musical event”.
The publication is exceptional for Netflix, since streaming premieres are usually used. “KPOP Demon Hunters” made his debut on the platform in June 2025 and is one of the most viewed animated films of the streaming platform. The Sing Along version starts on Netflix on Monday, August 25th.
“KPOP Demon Hunters”: K-Pop meets demon hunt
The film “KPOP Demon Hunters” tells the story of the K-Pop trio Huntr/X, Rumi, Mira and Zooey, which inspires fans during the day and chases demons at night. You have to assert yourself against a rival boy band from demons. The soundtrack landed in the top 10 of the “Billboard 200” for several weeks, songs such as “Golden” also reached top positions.
Not all cinema operators: inside played along. The largest cinema chain of North America, AMC, did not show the film. Nevertheless, Netflix succeeded in the triumph on the box office. A success that works ironically because the company originally turned the film industry upside down with its focus on streaming.
Rivalry films such as “Weapons” or “Freakier Friday” landed in places in second and three. Experts: Inside, the success of “KPOP Demon Hunters” not only evaluates the income, but also as a cultural phenomenon and possible franchise base for Netflix.