KPop Demon Hunters (2025)

Kernel Score: 90% · 2,468 ratings · Rated PG

Genres: Fantasy, Music, Comedy, Animation

Released: 2025-06-20

Runtime: 96 minutes

Is KPop Demon Hunters worth watching?

Must-watch. K-pop stars secretly fight demons in a neon, high-energy animated musical. The songs are catchy, the animation is bold, and the characters feel fresh. Viewers rate it very highly.

Watch it if you

  • want a fun, colorful musical
  • like pop music and stylish animation
  • enjoy action-comedy with heart

Skip it if you

  • dislike pop music
  • want a deep or complex story

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch KPop Demon Hunters

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they're using their secret powers to protect their fans from supernatural threats.

KPop Demon Hunters parents' guide: ages 7+

Parents need to know that this PG animated musical about K-pop stars who secretly hunt demons is largely upbeat, with mild fantasy action and themes of friendship.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — The trio battles supernatural demons in stylized, mild fantasy action suited to its PG rating.
  • Products & purchases: Some — A reviewer notes the film glamorizes K-pop idol life and fandom, which lightly romanticizes celebrity and pop-star culture.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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  • Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) — 89%: Stylish animation with sharp action and strong humor.
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  • Wish Dragon (2021) — 86%: Fast, fun animated fantasy with a lively tone.
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Director

Maggie Kang

Cast

  • Arden Cho as Rumi (voice)
  • May Hong as Mira (voice)
  • Ji-young Yoo as Zoey (voice)
  • Ahn Hyo-seop as Jinu (voice)
  • Yunjin Kim as Celine (voice)
  • Ken Jeong as Bobby (voice)
  • Lee Byung-hun as Gwi-Ma (voice)
  • Daniel Dae Kim as Healer Han / Additional Voices (voice)
  • Joel Kim Booster as Variety Show Host 1 / Idol Host / Romance Saja (voice)
  • Liza Koshy as Host (voice)

KPop Demon Hunters FAQ

Is KPop Demon Hunters worth watching?

Must-watch. K-pop stars secretly fight demons in a neon, high-energy animated musical. The songs are catchy, the animation is bold, and the characters feel fresh. Viewers rate it very highly.

Where can I watch KPop Demon Hunters?

In the US you can stream KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix.

Is KPop Demon Hunters OK for kids?

KPop Demon Hunters is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 7+. Parents need to know that this PG animated musical about K-pop stars who secretly hunt demons is largely upbeat, with mild fantasy action and themes of friendship.

What movies are like KPop Demon Hunters?

If you liked KPop Demon Hunters, try Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, The Book of Life, Sing 2 and Wish Dragon.