KPop Demon Hunters receives ten nominations for the animation Oscars

KPop Demon Hunters continues to be a phenomenon due to its exciting story, captivating songs, and stunning animation. The movie has captured the industry’s attention, being recognized with 10 nominations for the Annie Awards, which are often considered the Oscars of animation. This event honors significant achievements in films, television shows, video games, and animated effects in live-action films.

Sweeping the Annies Animation Awards

Among the nominations, KPop Demon Hunters appears in several prominent categories, including Best Characterization and Best Music, highlighting the importance of the creative talent behind the production. The complete list of nominations is as follows: Best Feature Film (Sony Pictures Animation for Netflix), Best FX – Feature Film (Sony Pictures Imageworks), Best Character Animation – Feature Film (Ryusuke Furuya), and Best Direction – Feature Film (Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans), among others.

The KPop musical team Demon Hunters has been a key piece in their global success, with the song ‘Golden’ topping the charts and ‘What it Sounds Like’ being highlighted as one of the best songs of 2025. This focus on music and animation has led the film to become a milestone in its genre, offering not only entertainment but also significant cultural appeal.

Interestingly, the only category for which KPop Demon Hunters was not nominated is Best Storyboarding, while its direct competitor, Elio from Pixar, received 10 nominations, including Best Storyboarding, although it was also not recognized in the Best Music category.

KPop Demon Hunters is available for streaming on Netflix, a service that continues to expand its catalog with original content that resonates not only with the youth audience but also with audiences of all ages.

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