Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans and Netflix film boss Dan Lin weigh in on how a unique concept and authenticity propelled the animated feature into long-term success.

KPop Demon Hunters follows Huntr/x, a girl group that uses the power of song to keep demons out of the human world and physically take down threats such as the demonic boy band Saja Boys. The Wrap reported on July 31 that Netflix was considering a stage musical,

Netflix’s animated hit “KPop Demon Hunters” has been added to the first wave of screeners in the Oscars Screening Room, marking the film’s official entry for consideration in the 98th Academy Awards.