Netflix is celebrating a history-making weekend. Its animated musical KPop Demon Hunters not only delivered the streamer’s first-ever box office victory but also became a full-on global phenomenon.

A Box Office Breakthrough

After a limited two-day theatrical run, the special sing-along edition of KPop Demon Hunters pulled in an impressive $18 million at the U.S. box office. That total was enough to snag the #1 spot, edging out action-thriller Weapons ($15.6 million). Other weekend contenders included Freakier Friday ($9.2 million), Fantastic Four: First Steps ($5.9 million), and Bad Guys 2 ($5.1 million).

This marks the first time Netflix has topped the box office charts, a milestone for the streaming giant as it experiments with theatrical strategies around its biggest titles.

A Streaming Sensation

Even before its sing-along release, KPop Demon Hunters was already dominating screens worldwide. The film has become Netflix’s most-watched animated film to date and is on track to become the platform’s most-watched film overall.

The story follows three global pop stars who secretly moonlight as demon hunters, battling supernatural enemies while balancing fame and friendship. Its mix of high-energy music, vibrant animation, and heartfelt storytelling has clearly struck a chord with fans.

Soundtrack Success

The soundtrack has been just as unstoppable. With over 3 billion global streams and a peak at #2 on the Billboard 200, the music from KPop Demon Hunters has quickly cemented itself as a cultural force in its own right.

Now Streaming Worldwide

For fans who missed the limited run—or those who want to belt out their favorite tracks again—the sing-along edition is now available globally on Netflix. Whether you’re rewatching or experiencing the magic for the first time, the film is set to keep the buzz alive well beyond its record-breaking weekend.