Hold onto your seats, because the phenomenon of K-Pop Demon Hunters is defying all odds and rewriting the rules of streaming success! This animated musical juggernaut has now dominated Netflix's Top 10 for an astonishing 20 weeks, shattering the previous record held by Red Notice at 14 weeks. But here's where it gets even more fascinating: during the week of October 27 to November 2, it racked up 14 million views, reclaiming its spot as the second-most-watched movie of the week. While it briefly dipped to third place in mid-October, it roared back with undeniable staying power—a feat no other Netflix film has matched since its June premiere.
And this is the part most people miss: its enduring popularity isn’t just about the numbers. The fictional girl group Hunter/x became a Halloween costume sensation this year, drawing both new and returning viewers to the film. Is this a case of clever marketing, or has K-Pop Demon Hunters tapped into something culturally significant? Let’s not forget, the only film to outshine it this week was A House of Dynamite, which surged to 31.6 million views—a massive jump from its 22.1 million debut the previous week. But even that couldn’t dim the glow of this animated powerhouse.
Shifting gears to the English-language TV chart, Nobody Wants This Season 2 held onto the top spot for the second consecutive week, boosting its viewership to 9.4 million from its 8.6 million debut. Interestingly, this success has also revived interest in Season 1, which landed at No. 7 with 2.4 million views. Does this prove that strong storytelling can create a ripple effect across seasons? Following closely were two high-profile debuts: The Witcher Season 4, which snagged 7.4 million views in just four days, and Selling Sunset Season 9, with 4.2 million views in five days.
The rest of the chart was a mix of familiar faces. Boots secured No. 4 with 3.7 million views in its fourth week, while The Diplomat Season 3 and Monster: The Ed Gein Story followed with 3.2 million and 2.8 million views, respectively. Stranger Things Season 1 made a surprising return to the chart at No. 10 with 1.8 million views, marking its 11th appearance ahead of the highly anticipated fifth and final season. Is this a testament to the show’s timeless appeal, or a sign of audience nostalgia?
As we dissect these rankings, one thing is clear: Netflix’s Top 10 is a battleground of innovation, nostalgia, and cultural impact. But here’s the burning question: What does the success of K-Pop Demon Hunters say about the future of animated musicals, and will other platforms follow suit? Share your thoughts in the comments—let’s spark a debate!
