Happy Gilmore 2 has shattered records as Netflix's highest U.S. weekend premiere ever, while KPop Demon Hunters becomes the platform's most-watched animated film in history.
The Adam Sandler sequel amassed 46.7 million views in its first weekend, marking Sandler's strongest Netflix debut to date - a significant achievement considering his extensive history with the streaming service. However, KPop Demon Hunters, released June 20th, is holding its own with record-breaking performance.
Chart-Topping Competition
The animated musical has not only become Netflix's top animated film but achieved a "new viewing peak" in its fifth week. This week, it drew 26.3 million views - impressive numbers, though still trailing behind Sandler's blockbuster sequel.
Both titles are proving exceptionally successful for Netflix, resonating strongly with audiences and likely to continue setting new platform records in coming weeks.
About the Films
Happy Gilmore 2 continues the beloved 1996 sports comedy about an eccentric hockey player turned golfer. Sandler reprises his iconic role alongside original cast members Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, Ben Stiller, Dennis Dugan, and Kevin Nealon.
KPop Demon Hunters is an innovative animated fantasy following girl group Huntr/x, who balance pop stardom with supernatural battles. The voice cast features Daniel Dae Kim, Yunjin Kim, Ken Jeong, Arden Cho, and prominent South Korean talent.
Both films are currently available for streaming exclusively on Netflix.
