Netflix Top 10 most-watched movies: KPop Demon Hunters tops Red Notice
KPop Demon Hunters overtakes Red Notice on Netflix Top 10. Credit: NETFLIX
Netflix has updated its Top 10 Most-Watched Movies of All Time, and a new champion has emerged. The animated musical fantasy KPop Demon Hunters has overtaken the global blockbuster Red Notice, becoming the most-viewed Netflix original film in history.
With 236 million views in its opening 91 days, the movie blends anime-inspired visuals, K-pop culture, and demon-slaying adventure to capture worldwide audiences. But hours watched tell a slightly different story, as Red Notice still leads in total engagement.
The Official Top 10 Ranking
Here’s the complete Netflix Top 10 Movies of All Time (measured by total views and hours watched within the first 91 days):
| Rank | Movie Title | Total Views | Hours Watched |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KPop Demon Hunters | 236,000,000 views | 393,300,000 hours |
| 2 | Red Notice | 230,900,000 views | 454,200,000 hours |
| 3 | Carry-On | 172,100,000 views | 344,100,000 hours |
| 4 | Don’t Look Up | 171,400,000 views | 408,600,000 hours |
| 5 | The Adam Project | 157,600,000 views | 281,000,000 hours |
| 6 | Bird Box | 157,400,000 views | 325,300,000 hours |
| 7 | Back in Action | 147,200,000 views | 279,700,000 hours |
| 8 | Leave the World Behind | 143,400,000 views | 339,300,000 hours |
| 9 | The Gray Man | 139,300,000 views | 299,500,000 hours |
| 10 | Damsel | 138,000,000 views | 253,000,000 hours |
Source: Netflix Tudum Top 10 (Netflix.com).
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KPop Demon Hunters: A Global Phenomenon
KPop Demon Hunters is more than just a Netflix hit, it’s a cultural event. The film not only topped the streamer’s chart but also dominated the music world. Its soundtrack became the first in history to land four simultaneous Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, with the anthem “Golden” peaking at No. 1.
The movie’s shorter runtime also boosted view counts, making it easy to rewatch, while fan-led events like sing-along screenings created a viral wave of excitement worldwide.
Red Notice Still Holds the Engagement Crown
Although it lost its top spot in total views, Red Notice continues to dominate in hours watched, with 454.2 million hours streamed globally. Its runtime and star-studded cast, Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot, helped cement it as one of Netflix’s most enduring titles.
This highlights the difference in metrics: views measure reach, while hours reflect depth of engagement.
Comedies and Thrillers Power the Mid-Tier Rankings
Titles like Carry-On, The Adam Project, and Don’t Look Up show Netflix’s ability to draw audiences across different genres.
- Carry-On delivered a suspenseful thriller with strong repeat viewing.
- Don’t Look Up, the satirical disaster comedy, captured global conversation with its political undertones and climate-change allegory.
- The Adam Project blended sci-fi with family drama, securing its place in Netflix’s long-term library.
Bird Box and Legacy Titles Still Attract Audiences
It’s notable that Bird Box (2018), one of Netflix’s earliest breakout films, still ranks among the Top 10. With over 325M hours watched, it remains proof of Netflix’s long-lasting global impact.
Other legacy titles like The Gray Man and Damsel also demonstrate how Netflix’s investment in action and fantasy genres continues to deliver strong results.
Streaming Trends Revealed
The updated Top 10 list underscores several key streaming trends:
- Animation and musicals are on the rise: KPop Demon Hunters proves animated stories can outperform live-action blockbusters.
- Star power still matters: Big names like Johnson, Reynolds, and Bullock helped push Red Notice, The Adam Project, and Bird Box into lasting popularity.
- Rewatchability drives views: Shorter runtimes and family appeal boost total view counts.
The Future of Netflix Originals
With KPop Demon Hunters at the top, Netflix may double down on animated and globally inclusive stories. Meanwhile, action franchises like Red Notice and The Gray Man suggest Hollywood-style blockbusters aren’t going away anytime soon.
The competition between views vs. hours watched will continue to shape how Netflix ranks its most popular content, and how audiences choose to stream.
