‘KPop Demon Hunters 2’ Is Set for a 2029 Release
Fans will have to wait four years to catch Huntr/x’s next adventure.
Summary
- Netflix and Sony announced a 2029 release for KPop Demon Hunters 2
- The first film, released this summer, became Netflix’s most popular movie ever
- The long production timeline is due to the complex production of animated features
Fans of the demon-hunting K-pop girl group, Huntr/x, will need to wait until 2029 for the release of their next animated musical adventure, KPop Demon Hunters 2.
According to Variety, Netflix and Sony have finalized a deal to continue the highly successful franchise, with the sequel slated for a 2029 release. However, due to the extensive production timelines of animated films, this schedule is subject to change.
Released in August 2025, KPop Demon Hunters was a massive phenomenon upon its direct-to-streaming debut on Netflix, quickly becoming the platform’s most popular film ever. Its success extended beyond streaming, with original soundtracks like “Golden,” “Your Idol” and “Soda Pop” becoming Billboard Hot 100 mainstays and generating buzz for potential Grammy nominations.
Co-director of the film, Maggie Kang, has previously expressed enthusiasm for a sequel, noting that the first film intentionally left a lot of unanswered questions and unexplored plotlines, suggesting rich new material for the 2029 installment.
