South Korean animation dethrones Hollywood • ENTER.CO

Netflix has just published its global ranking of the most popular movies of all time, and the phenomenon does not come from Hollywood but from South Korea. “KPop Demon Hunters”, the animated film that mixes action, mythology and pop culture, established itself as the most viewed production in the history of the platform with more than 325 million views in its first 91 days. Its success confirms the power of Asian animation and audiences’ interest in stories that combine modern aesthetics, music and female empowerment.

The plot follows three K-pop stars—Mira, Rumi and Zoey—who must use their talent and spiritual energy to save Seoul from a demonic invasion. The film has captured both young and adult audiences for its visual rhythm, musical choreography and a narrative that addresses themes of identity, fame and brotherhood.

Its impact was such that it already received five nominations for the 2026 Grammys, including Best Original Song and Best Soundtrack. On social networks, the music clips exceed 2,000 million views, consolidating their protagonists as digital icons.

“Red Notice” and the magnetism of star power

In second place on the list is “Red Notice”, starring Dwayne Johnson, Gal Gadot and Ryan Reynolds. With 230 million views, this action-comedy thriller remains one of the most profitable titles on the platform thanks to its trio of stars and its quick entertainment formula. Although it was released in 2021, it continues to add hours of viewing due to its pace and light tone, a combination that Netflix has been able to exploit with precision.

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Third place goes to “Carry-On,” an action thriller starring Taron Egerton that debuted quietly but found new life thanks to digital word of mouth. Fourthly, “Don’t Look Up” continues as a benchmark for political satire with more than 171 million views; His reading of misinformation and the climate crisis remains relevant in times of polarized networks.

For their part, “The Adam Project” and “Bird Box”, both starring leading actors such as Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock, confirm that nostalgia and family stories with science fiction overtones continue to have a solid audience.

The return of the emotional blockbuster

Among the final positions are “Back in Action”, the return of Cameron Diaz after a decade off camera; “Leave the World Behind,” produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, which combines suspense and social criticism; and “The Gray Man”, the Russo brothers’ commitment to redefining modern espionage. “Damsel” closes the top, with Millie Bobby Brown in a fantasy story that inverts the clichés of princess stories.

Finally, it is worth mentioning that Netflix users look for productions that fuse spectacle with recognizable emotions. Global audiences not only want action, but characters they can connect with and universes that expand beyond the screen.