Netflix's animated musical sensation, *KPop Demon Hunters*, originally released on June 20, 2025, is now set for an earlier Criterion Collection physical release on November 3, 2026, nearly two months ahead of the initially planned December 31 date. The film directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans quickly became Netflix’s most-streamed movie, tallying 325.1 million views within its first three months. The movie also captivated awards season, winning Oscars and Golden Globes for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song ("Golden"), among other major accolades.

The deluxe Criterion Collection set will include a newly approved 4K digital master with Dolby Atmos sound, supervised by the directors themselves. It features a 4K UHD disc with Dolby Vision HDR, two Blu-ray discs containing the film and special features like a feature-length animatic with introductions, a making-of documentary, and video essays from noted critics Taylor Ramos and Tony Zhou. This premium edition also contains lyric videos, a critical essay by Karen Han, and collectible postcards showcasing original artwork from the film’s creative team.

*KPop Demon Hunters* continued its award-winning trajectory after the Oscars, securing four American Music Awards on May 25, 2026, including Song of the Year for “Golden.” The film’s vocal performances by The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X—EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami—were highlighted, as well as the speaking voices from Arden Cho, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo. The franchise's influence has expanded beyond film, with fashion dolls, role-playing toys from Hasbro, and upcoming action figures hitting the shelves in recent months, capitalizing on the movie’s cultural impact.

This Criterion Collection release is part of a broader Netflix collaboration, marking *KPop Demon Hunters* as the second notable Netflix film joining the prestigious label this fall, alongside Guillermo del Toro’s director’s cut of *Frankenstein*. The Criterion editions will be available at prices ranging from $23.96 for the DVD to $39.96 for the 4K + Blu-ray combo, appealing to collectors and fans of premium physical media editions. The film remains accessible via Netflix streaming, continuing its broad digital presence while building its collectible legacy.