What do you get when you mix K-Pop beats, demon-slaying action, and a whole lot of family fun? The Netflix smash hit K-Pop Demon Hunters! Join Todd and Bettijo Bridges as they dive into why this unexpected anime sensation has become a global obsession—for everyone from kids to grandpas.
SUMMARY
On this episode of DANG!, Todd and Bettijo break down the unstoppable Netflix sensation K-Pop Demon Hunters — the animated flick that’s taken the world by storm and somehow become a legit family fave in their house (and millions more). The movie fuses Korean mythology and K-Pop music into a unique superhero story. It has baffled critics and smashed records, becoming the fourth most-watched English-language film on Netflix with a staggering 158 million views in just seven weeks.
Todd and Bettijo explore why this anime is such a massive success, spotlighting its rare ability to bring families together in a world where everyone’s glued to their own screen. They reminisce about the days when families had to agree on what to watch and how this film is a refreshing return to that shared entertainment vibe. Plus, it connects with teens and adults alike — all while staying family-friendly.
And the soundtrack? The fictional girl group HUNTR/X is straight-up chart-smashing. Their song “Golden” hit No. 1 in under a week, proving the power of K-Pop isn’t just hype — it’s historic.
To cap it off, for ToddFlix this week, Todd shares his Top 10 List of Family-Friendly Shows — a nostalgic trip through classic television everyone can enjoy together.
HIGHLIGHTS
- K-Pop Demon Hunters: why it’s a surprise smash and how we got hooked on the soundtrack. (1:00)
- The jaw-drop stats — 93 countries, 158M views — behind Netflix’s latest hit. (2:45)
- “Golden” by HUNTR/X: how a fake girl group broke a 24-year Billboard record. (3:20)
- Todd’s throwback to life before remotes and when TV was truly family time. (4:51)
- Bettijo’s 70-year-old dad gives the K-Pop anime his unexpected stamp of approval. (8:15)
- What really makes great family entertainment? (9:23)
- How Demon Hunters nails global unity — different cultures, one big watch party. (13:29)
- Todd’s Top 10 Family-Friendly Shows from “back in our day.” (12:44)
LISTEN TO LEARN
- How K-Pop Demon Hunters blew up worldwide — and the record-smashing magic of “Golden.”
- Why family-friendly entertainment still matters (and how it bridges generations).
- From the ’70s to now: shared viewing that brings the world — and your living room — together.
Press play on this episode now, and then go watch K-Pop Demon Hunters with your own family!
Follow on Instagram: Todd @toddbridges & Bettijo @pagingsupermom
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