Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters has taken the world by storm since its release on June 20, 2025. The animated musical fantasy film, produced by Sony Pictures Animation, follows a K-pop girl group who secretly fight demons. Fans are now eagerly asking: Will there be a sequel?
While no official announcement has been made, the film’s massive success and the creative team’s enthusiasm suggest a follow-up is highly likely. Here’s everything we know about the possibility of KPop Demon Hunters 2.
The Film’s Success Makes a Sequel Likely
KPop Demon Hunters became an instant hit, reaching Netflix’s Top 10 in all 93 countries where the streamer is available. It even topped the charts in 33 countries, including South Korea, Brazil, and France. The soundtrack also performed well, debuting at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 before climbing to No. 3.
Given Netflix’s history of greenlighting sequels for successful original films (like The Old Guard 2 and Extraction 2), the chances for KPop Demon Hunters 2 look strong. The film’s directors, Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, have also expressed interest in continuing the story.
“There are always side stories, and there are things we’ve thought of while making this one. There are a lot of questions that are answered, but not fully. I think there are a lot of pockets that we can explore.”
— Maggie Kang to ScreenRant
What Could a Sequel Be About?
The first movie left several plot threads open, setting up potential storylines for a sequel:
- Rumi’s Demon Heritage – The film revealed that Rumi is half-demon, a fact that could be explored further, possibly involving her demon father.
- Jinu’s Fate – The Saja Boys’ leader, Jinu, sacrificed himself, but fans speculate his spirit might still exist within Rumi’s sword.
- The New Honmoon – The final barrier created at the end wasn’t golden, meaning demons could still return.
- Zoey and Mira’s Backstories – The directors have mentioned cutting backstories for these characters that could be expanded in a sequel.
“We’ve set up so much for potential backstory. Obviously, there’s a lot of questions that are left unanswered and areas that are not explored, and we had to do that because there’s only so much movie you could tell in 85 minutes.”
— Maggie Kang to Variety
When Could KPop Demon Hunters 2 Release?
If Netflix and Sony fast-track a sequel, production could begin soon. The first film took seven years from pitch to release, but since the animation and voice work are already established, a follow-up could arrive by 2027 or 2028.
The cast is also eager to return. Ji-young Yoo (Zoey) and Arden Cho (Rumi) have both publicly expressed interest in reprising their roles.
“I would totally do it again. I’ll be honestly a little bummed if we can’t do a sequel.”
— Ji-young Yoo to Mama’s Geeky
Could There Be a TV Series Instead?
Some fans speculate that KPop Demon Hunters might expand into a TV series, given its rich world-building. Netflix has previously turned successful animated films into shows (Arcane, The Dragon Prince), making this a strong possibility.
Final Thoughts
While nothing is confirmed yet, the overwhelming success of KPop Demon Hunters and the open-ended nature of its story make a sequel highly probable. Fans should stay tuned for official updates from Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation.
Credits: Research compiled from Netflix, Variety, Marie Claire, Decider, and official cast interviews.
