Don't films have to play in theaters to qualify for Oscars? They do, and this did – just enough to satisfy the academy's highly specific eligibility requirements.

Since its release in late June, KPop Demon Hunters has become one of the biggest and most exciting Netflix movies of the year. Building upon the growing global buzz of K-pop, the animated movie blends the hallmarks of musical fandom with a thrilling fantasy story, serving up a blast of summer fun.