Why is 2007 Korean monster film 'D-War' suddenly a Netflix hit in Europe?
Nearly two decades after its theatrical release, director Shim Hyung-rae’s 2007 science-fiction fantasy film "D-War" has surged on Netflix to spark renewed international interest. The film reached No. 2 on the streaming platform's movie charts in major European markets. According to data released by streaming rankings tracker FlixPatrol, "D-War" ranked No. 6 on its global Netflix movie chart on…
The 2007 Korean monster film D-War has unexpectedly become a hit on Netflix in Europe, reaching No. 2 on the streaming platform's movie charts in major European markets. Director Shim Hyung-rae's film, which blends fantasy with traditional Korean elements and features a mythical serpent from Korean folklore, climbed to No. 2 in France, Germany, and Italy. Despite mixed reviews upon its original release, the film's chart revival began after it was added to Netflix on August 6.
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