‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Is Getting a Cinephile-Approved Blu-ray and DVD Release From Criterion
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- KPop Demon Hunters will be issued on Blu‑ray and DVD by the Criterion Collection, with a listed release date of Dec 31 2026 (a placeholder Amazon date).
- Criterion Collection is known for its signature artwork and restoration work, and the listing shows temporary cover art that will be replaced by the label’s collectible design.
- Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters was the platform’s most‑watched original title ever and only received a limited theatrical run before moving to streaming.
- Golden, the film’s lead song, spent eight weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won the Oscar for Best Original Song.
- Mark Sonnenblick, the songwriter, noted that the track’s narrative arc in the film is not obvious when heard alone, underscoring the movie’s storytelling depth.
Why it matters: Fans and collectors gain a high‑quality physical edition, while Netflix taps a new revenue stream; the release also expands Criterion’s catalog to include blockbuster‑style animated titles, boosting its market relevance.
