KPop Demon Hunters’ Sets Criterion Collection Disc Debut for December

KPop Demon Hunters’ Sets Criterion Collection Disc Debut for December

May 28, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Entertainment

Fans of the Oscar-winning hit KPop Demon Hunters now have a concrete target for the film’s arrival on physical media. Amazon pre-order pages indicate that The Criterion Collection is set to release the movie on December 31.

Expanding the Netflix and Criterion Partnership

The announcement includes plans for another Netflix title, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein. This represents a rare development for titles originating from the streaming platform.

Expanding the Netflix and Criterion Partnership
Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein Netflix

The collaboration follows the previous release of Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, another Netflix Best Animated Feature Oscar winner. This latest move marks a notable expansion of the relationship between the two companies.

Did You Know? KPop Demon Hunters has become the most-watched Netflix original movie of all time and its soundtrack has achieved certified double platinum status in the U.S.

Pricing and Availability

According to the Amazon listing, the film will be available in three formats. Pricing is set at $29.95 for DVD, $39.95 for Blu-ray, and $49.99 for 4K.

Amazon’s policy ensures that pre-order customers will be charged the lowest price listed between the time of their order and the official release. While the date is currently December 31, Billboard notes that fluctuations in the listing suggest the date could be pushed forward to accommodate holiday gift-giving.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that moving a streaming-first title to a prestige label like Criterion signifies a shift in how digital hits are preserved. By treating an animated Netflix original as a piece of cinema worthy of a curated collection, the industry acknowledges the lasting cultural weight of these productions.

A Record-Breaking Cinematic Achievement

Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans and produced by Sony Pictures Animation, the film follows superstars Rumi (Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo). The trio balances their singing careers with secret identities as demon hunters to protect fans from supernatural threats.

KPop Demon Hunters Is Getting A Criterion Collection Blu ray Release

The movie, which originally debuted on Netflix on June 20, 2025, has dominated the awards circuit. It swept the Annie Awards and won Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden” at the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and Critics’ Choice Awards.

What to Expect Moving Forward

While official bonus features have not been listed, Criterion is known for providing extensive special content. This release is likely to include filmmaker and cast commentary, exclusive interviews, and “making of” segments.

What to Expect Moving Forward
KPop Demon Hunters Criterion cover

Given the film’s musical success, the set may also feature deleted scenes, art focuses, and music videos. A sequel to the original film is currently in development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the available formats and prices for the KPop Demon Hunters release? The film will be released on DVD for $29.95, Blu-ray for $39.95, and 4K for $49.99. Which other Netflix title is being released by Criterion? Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein is also planned for release. What awards did the film win? The movie swept the Annie Awards and won Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song (“Golden”) at the Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice Awards, and the Academy Awards. Do you prefer collecting movies on 4K, Blu-ray, or DVD?

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