Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation Seal Deal for Sequel to Hit Animated Series "KPop Demon Hunters"
In a move that was both expected and eagerly anticipated, Netflix has secured the rights to an animated sequel to its surprise hit series "KPop Demon Hunters". The news comes after the show's debut in June, which quickly captured the attention of viewers worldwide. The series' sudden rise to fame saw it top Netflix's Top 10 most-watched films for several weeks and ultimately become the streaming service's most-watched original film ever.
The sequel's production has not been without its challenges, however. As the show was sold to Netflix, the distribution rights became a point of complexity. When "KPop Demon Hunters" surprisingly became the number one movie in America at the box office weeks after its release, the demand for a follow-up became overwhelming. The co-directors, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, were keenly aware that they couldn't rush into production without a compelling story to tell.
According to the directors, there is indeed more to explore with the characters in this world, and they are determined to create a sequel that will satisfy fans. While an estimated release window of 2029 has been set, it's essential to note that this timeline is subject to change depending on the production pace. As the wait begins, one thing is certain: "KPop Demon Hunters 2" is on its way, and it'll be a while before we see it.
In a move that was both expected and eagerly anticipated, Netflix has secured the rights to an animated sequel to its surprise hit series "KPop Demon Hunters". The news comes after the show's debut in June, which quickly captured the attention of viewers worldwide. The series' sudden rise to fame saw it top Netflix's Top 10 most-watched films for several weeks and ultimately become the streaming service's most-watched original film ever.
The sequel's production has not been without its challenges, however. As the show was sold to Netflix, the distribution rights became a point of complexity. When "KPop Demon Hunters" surprisingly became the number one movie in America at the box office weeks after its release, the demand for a follow-up became overwhelming. The co-directors, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, were keenly aware that they couldn't rush into production without a compelling story to tell.
According to the directors, there is indeed more to explore with the characters in this world, and they are determined to create a sequel that will satisfy fans. While an estimated release window of 2029 has been set, it's essential to note that this timeline is subject to change depending on the production pace. As the wait begins, one thing is certain: "KPop Demon Hunters 2" is on its way, and it'll be a while before we see it.
that first season was insane and i couldn't get enough of those demon hunters in action. i'm loving the fact that maggie kang and chris applehans are taking their time to get the story right too - no rush, just perfection is what they're aiming for. 2029 might be a while away but trust me, it'll be worth the wait! 
let's get ready to rumble with ajin-oh and his squad again 
!!! i mean i'm super hyped for this sequel!! it was insane how fast "kpop demon hunters" went viral lol. i loved the characters so much! 
but as long as they keep the same vibe and storytelling as the first one, ill def be stoked to see it on netflix 
But at the same time, I totally understand why the directors want to take their time and make sure they do it justice. Rushing into production without a solid story would be a total waste of time and resources 
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my guess is the sequel will have even more epic battles & heartwarming moments between the characters 
but honestly, 2029 feels like a looong time to wait 
anyway, can't wait to see what maggie kang and chris appelhans come up with next
. And can we talk about how wild it is that "KPop Demon Hunters" became the number one movie in America at the box office weeks after its release? It just goes to show how much people love K-pop and Asian representation in media 
. But with great power comes great responsibility, right? The sequel has got to live up to the hype and do justice to the original story 
. I'm excited to see where they take this next, but also a bit nervous that it might not meet our expectations 
the storyline had me hooked from the start and now they're gonna keep us guessing for another 4 years lol. production pace is everything right now but idc, as long as they bring the fire 
cant wait to see what Maggie & Chris have cooked up!
, because let's be real who doesn't love more of those characters and their demon hunting adventures? But at the same time, I'm not sure if it'll live up to the hype that was created around the first show... will it get lost in space or will it find its place among other sequels 
Netflix just secured the rights for the sequel to "KPop Demon Hunters" 
. It's crazy to think that the first movie made $500M+ in its opening weekend 
, which is insane for an animated series! 
. I mean, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are the genius directors behind this project and I trust them to deliver something amazing 
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! I mean, who wouldn't want more of those epic demon-hunting battles with BTS-inspired action? The original show was insane and I loved how it brought K-pop culture to the mainstream, but a full-fledged movie or series is gonna take it to a whole new level. It's awesome that the directors are taking their time to get the story right, though - we don't want some rushed sequel that would ruin the magic of the original. The production pace might slow things down, but I'm confident that when "KPop Demon Hunters 2" drops in 2029 or whenever, it'll be totally worth the wait 
). I love how they're taking their time to make sure it's a great story though - don't want them to rush into something just for the sake of a release date. Can you imagine if they came out with some half-baked plot? 
My kid would be so disappointed! Fingers crossed they do the characters justice and make it even better than the first one