“K-Pop Demon Hunters” is a legend on Netflix, and the key to its legendary status is the metric of view count. By this measure, the animated musical is the most-watched film in the platform’s history, a title that underscores its incredible ability to attract a massive audience.
The film’s legendary 236 million views set a new benchmark for success, allowing it to dethrone the former king, “Red Notice.” This focus on “views” (defined by Netflix as watching for at least two minutes) highlights a film’s initial draw and cultural penetration above all else.
This is different from the metric of “minutes watched,” where the film ranks third with 23 billion minutes. While still a massive number, it’s smaller than those for the longer films “Red Notice” and “Don’t Look Up.” This makes its victory in the view count category all the more significant—it had the broadest appeal.
The film’s legendary status is further supported by its four Billboard top-10 hits and a confirmed sequel. It has proven that in the modern streaming era, capturing the most eyes is the most powerful way to make history.