"Kpop Demon Hunters" Tops US Box Office, Outearning Horror Hit "Weapons"

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The Netflix animated film not only packed theaters across 1,150 screenings in the US, but also topped the American box office, surpassing horror hit "Weapons."

The debut box office numbers, according to Variety, hit around $20 million, and that's impressive — especially considering the film's been available digitally for over two months.

The plot's simple but has a hook: girl K-pop group Huntrix performs on stage by day and transforms into demon hunters by night. Everything changes when they discover their rivals, boy band Saja Boys, aren't human at all — they're the very demons they're supposed to destroy.

What People Love

The film's biggest strength is its style. The animation is bright, smooth, and visually bold. The visual effects work flawlessly, and the color palette built on cool tones creates a unique atmosphere.
Kpop Demon Hunters trailer
Music is another strong suit. The soundtracks don't just decorate — they become part of the story: viewers say the final track gives them chills, while individual numbers turn into full-blown pop operas. Even those who aren't K-pop fans admit they added songs to their playlists after watching.

Audiences especially praise the heroines. They feel real, with their own weaknesses and humor. Rumi and her struggle with inner fears became one of the most touching storylines, while the "enemies to lovers" dynamic added extra charm to the film.

Based on user ratings, IMDb gave the film 7.7 out of 10, while Rotten Tomatoes scored it 97% "fresh." RT's overall take on the project:
Kpop Demon Hunters is fun family entertainment with infectious energy and bright colors, plus a stunning soundtrack.
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What People Don't Like

The main complaint is the plot. It's predictable, sometimes banal, and jumps too quickly through important details. Some heroines' storylines feel underdeveloped: for example, Rumi's backstory gets mentioned early but barely explored. The ending also feels rushed.
Three cartoon girls in colorful clothing standing on stage with microphones
Frame from Kpop Demon Hunters
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There are also issues with dialogue: it doesn't always sound organic, and character expressions sometimes don't match the voice acting. Some viewers didn't connect with the character design either — too stylized and detached from reality.

Bottom line: sure, the plot won't surprise you, but the film wins with something else — style, driving music, and energy that captivates even those who don't consider themselves K-pop fans. It's an uplifting animated film with humor, friendship, and an emphasis on being imperfect being totally normal. We at zoomboola.com confidently say: it's worth watching. For a couple of hours, you'll definitely find yourself in a bright, emotional, and absolutely unique world where pop stars fight demons to powerful tracks.