Netflix's 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' is Oscars-eligible—and breaking records

Entertainment Nov 22, 2025

KPop Demon Hunters, Netflix's latest animated hit, just made the cut for the 98th Academy Awards. After a qualifying run in major US cities, it's officially eligible for Best Animated Feature.
While it didn't meet BAFTA criteria in the UK, its Oscar chances are generating interest.

Streaming sensation faces tough Oscar race

This film isn't just an awards hopeful—it's Netflix's most-watched movie ever, with over 541 million hours streamed and a chart-topping soundtrack in 2025.
Still, it'll have to stand out against big names like Disney's Elio and Zootopia 2, and anime favorites like Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man.
Oscar nominations drop January 22—set your reminders!