“Renaissance.” “Barbie.” “Brat.” Every summer, a pop-culture phenomenon seems to take over social media or claim a spot on your next Spotify Wrapped. This summer is no different thanks to “KPop Demon Hunters,” an animated Netflix movie that follows Rumi, Mira and Zoey — K-pop superstars by day, fierce demon hunters by night.

Netflix's animated musical film “KPop Demon Hunters” has become the surprise hit of the summer. Fans, culture critics and filmmakers theorize there are a few reasons the movie is connecting. It

Defying streaming norms, Netflix’s 'KPop Demon Hunters' is gaining steam weeks after release, topping charts globally with its music, animation, and fandom power.