KPOP DEMON HUNTERS Hits Theaters for a Limited Sing-Along Release After Smashing Netflix Streaming Records
Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters has become a full-on cultural moment. After racking up a jaw-dropping 180 million views, the animated musical has officially become Netflix’s most-watched original animated movie ever and now ranks as the second most streamed English-language film in the platform’s history. And that massive success is about to jump off the screen and into theaters in a whole new way.
KPop Demon Hunters is heading to theaters for a limited-time sing-along event, giving fans the chance to belt out the film’s infectious tunes surrounded by fellow die-hards. According to Netflix’s Tudum, this special edition hits select theaters on August 23 and 24, with tickets are now on sale.
If you're somehow not already on the KPop Demon Hunters train, here's what it's all about. The movie follows a secret demon-fighting K-pop girl group called Huntrix. Using their music as a magical weapon, the group works to keep the world safe from supernatural threats.
But things take a wild turn when a rival demon-infused boy band called the Saja Boys enters the scene. It’s up to Huntrix to harness the power of music, friendship, and their “Golden Honmoon” seal to stop the chaos and protect their fans.
The story doesn’t just deliver high-stakes fantasy and flashy music battles, it also dives into deeper themes like personal demons, family legacies, and the healing power of connection. Combine that with a soundtrack full of bangers, and it's no wonder fans are eager to relive the magic in theaters — and this time, sing along out loud.
The film’s soundtrack is packed with songs performed by artists like pEJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI, Andrew Choi, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, samUIL Lee, Neckwav, and Lea Salonga. Behind the scenes, production credits include TEDDY, 24, IDO, DOMINSUK, Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, Lindgren, and Ian Eisendrath.
The original score is by Marcelo Zarvos, and songwriting contributions come from Vince, KUSH, EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick, and Daniel Rojas, among others.
This sing-along release follows a growing trend of fan-driven theatrical re-releases like Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, The Minecraft Movie, and Wicked. While movie theater etiquette usually frowns on loud talking (or, you know, screaming lyrics), these events throw that rule out the window. It’s all about celebrating music, fandom, and shared experiences.
Whether you’ve watched KPop Demon Hunters five times already or haven’t hit play yet, this theatrical sing-along could be the perfect way to experience the film with a crowd of fellow fans. Just make sure your vocal cords are warmed up.