K-Pop Demon Hunters sequel update after film breaks huge record for Netflix and finds box office success
The film topped the US box office this week after a sing-along version was released in cinemas.
In some very unsurprising news, it has been reported that Netflix has started early talks on developing a sequel to its smash-hit animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters.
The movie, which comes from Sony Pictures Animation, received a modest viewership in its first week on the streamer. It has since gone on to become Netflix's most-watched original film ever, beating 2021's Red Notice. Over the past three weeks, it has seen a 0 per cent decline in audience figures.
As of Sunday 24th August, it has amassed 236 million views on the streamer. A sing-along version was also released in US cinemas this past weekend, allowing fans to belt out the film's epic soundtrack. It is estimated to have accrued $19.2 million in ticket sales over the weekend, finishing top of the box office for the territory, the first time a Netflix film has ever done so.
News of the sequel talks comes from Deadline, who notes the project is in its early stages. Netflix declined to comment on the matter.
The synopsis for K-Pop Demon Hunters, which was directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, says: "When they aren't selling out stadiums, Kpop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey use their secret identities as badass demon hunters to protect their fans from an ever-present supernatural threat.
"Together, they must face their biggest enemy yet – an irresistible rival boy band of demons in disguise."
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The viewing figure for the film are expected to be substantial once again this week, as the sing-along version has now been added to the streamer following its debut in cinemas.
The update from Deadline regarding a sequel comes after Netflix Films chairman Dan Lin told Newsweek that he was "excited to explore what could be the next adventure for Huntrix".
He added: "KPDH's success comes from its original, fresh story, so if we do embark on a sequel, we would want to take our time to make sure that any future stories we tell with our favourite demon hunters retain the flair and uniqueness of the first film."
K-Pop Demon Hunters is now streaming on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream.
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James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
