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K-pop Demon Hunters is turning McDonald’s into a battle arena. Starting March 31, fans can finally choose their side with two exclusive meals celebrating the Netflix hit that swept the Oscars. The rivalry between HUNTR/X and Saja Boys just got delicious.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Launch Date: March 31, 2026 at all McDonald’s nationwide
- Oscar Awards: Film won Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song (Golden)
- Two Meals: HUNTR/X Meal and Saja Boys Breakfast Meal with collectible photocards
- Exclusive Access: Scan Derpy card QR codes by April 26 to unlock Netflix content
An Academy Award Winner Arrives at the Golden Arches
K-pop Demon Hunters, the Netflix animated film by directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, just made Oscars history. The film triumphed with two major awards at the 98th Academy Awards earlier this month. K-pop girl group HUNTR/X battled demons on screen, and now they’re taking over menus nationwide.
The partnership unites McDonald’s with Netflix in an unprecedented crossover. Both companies are calling on fans to pick a side and experience the rivalry through taste. According to Alyssa Buetikofer, Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald’s, this collaboration channels what fans love most about the film.
K-pop Demon Hunters McDonald’s meals arrive with Saja Boys and HUNTR/X combos
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Battle for the Fans: Two Competing Meals
Each meal represents one faction in the film’s central conflict. The HUNTR/X Meal features 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, a medium soft drink, and two exclusive sauces. The Saja Boys Breakfast Meal arrives in the morning with a Spicy Saja McMuffin, hash browns, and a small drink.
Both meals emphasize authentic Korean flavors inspired by McDonald’s South Korean restaurants. Netflix executive Marian Lee confirmed every detail was designed to feel pulled straight from a film scene. Fans will notice the care taken in flavor development and presentation.
Menu Breakdown and Flavor Showdown
| Meal | Main Item | Special Feature |
| HUNTR/X Meal | 10-pc Chicken McNuggets | Ramyeon McShaker Fries, Hunter Sauce, Demon Sauce |
| Saja Boys Breakfast | Spicy Saja McMuffin | Hash Browns, Spicy Saja Sauce |
| Bonus Item | Derpy McFlurry | Berry popping pearls, wild berry sauce |
The Ramyeon McShaker Fries deserve special attention. Fans shake soy, garlic, sesame and spice seasoning directly into a bag with fries for an umami Korean experience. The Hunter Sauce mixes chili, garlic and pepper sweetness. The Demon Sauce, made purple to match demon patterns, brings bold mustard heat and tang.
“From Ramyeon McShaker Fries to Demon sauces paired with Soda Pop, every detail was designed to feel like it could have come straight out of a scene in the movie.”
— Marian Lee, Chief Marketing Officer, Netflix
Collectible Photocards and Exclusive Netflix Content
Every meal comes with a collectible card pack featuring exclusive photocards of either HUNTR/X or Saja Boys members. But the real reward lies in the Derpy access card with a QR code. Fans can scan the code and enter the unique code into the McDonald’s App by April 26.
Unlocking the code grants first access to exclusive content and a special reveal showing which group won the Battle for the Fans. This gamification layer transforms a meal into an interactive fan experience. The limited redemption window encourages quick collection and engagement across McDelivery and in-store visits.
Will You Choose the Hunters or the Pride?
The collaboration asks a deceptively simple question: which side are you really on? HUNTR/X fans will gravitate toward spicy, bold Ramyeon flavors and golden McNuggets. Saja Boys fans might prefer the breakfast timing and peppery McMuffin experience. Derpy McFlurry offers neutral territory for undecided fans.
With the film dominating cultural conversation post-Oscars, McDonald’s is capitalizing on peak fandom energy. The K-pop Demon Hunters phenomenon continues to prove that food collaborations transcend traditional celebrity endorsements. They create genuine fan rituals and shareable moments.
Sources
- McDonald’s Corporation – Official announcement of K-pop Demon Hunters meal partnerships and menu details
- USA Today – Comprehensive coverage of meal offerings, launch date, and exclusive content unlock mechanics
- Netflix – Official statements from marketing executives on film authenticity in food collaboration
