#FIRSTLOOK: “KPOP DEMON HUNTERS” SEQUEL CONFIRMED

Academy Award-nominated K-POP DEMON HUNTERS will officially be getting a Sequel on Netflix We get a few quotes from the Filmmakers.

The sequel marks the first project out of the exclusive multi-year writing and directing deal across animation.

Writer, directors: Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans

Producers: Sony Pictures Animation

Placeholder for quote from Maggie Kang: “I feel immense pride as a Korean filmmaker that the audience wants more from this Korean story and our Korean characters. There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning.”

Placeholder for quote from Chris Appelhans: “These characters are like family to us, their world has become our second home. We’re excited to write their next chapter, challenge them and watch them evolve — and continue pushing the boundaries of how music, animation and story can come together.”

Quote from Bela Bajaria, Netflix Chief Content Officer: “With KPop Demon Hunters, Maggie and Chris didn’t just reach audiences, they ignited a global fandom that crossed languages, generations, and genres. We’re incredibly proud to deepen our partnership with them and, together with our partners at Sony Pictures Animation, build this universe in ways that will surprise and delight fans all over the world.”

Quote from Dan Lin, Chairman of Netflix Film: “Maggie and Chris were brave enough to take a bold creative swing by telling a story that was both deeply personal and broke cultural barriers. At Netflix, our goal is to make someone’s favorite movie and they did that by making the most popular Netflix movie of all time! There’s so much more story to tell, and we can’t wait to bring more HUNTR/X to fans everywhere.”

Quote from Kristine Belson and Damien de Froberville, Presidents of Sony Pictures Animation: “Championing the bold creative visions of our filmmakers is at the heart of everything we do at Sony Pictures Animation. Maggie and Chris brought their incredibly distinct perspectives to this film, telling a story audiences embraced around the globe. We are thrilled to work with them to expand their vision in the next chapter.”