The collaboration between McDonald’s and Netflix. They brought the KPop Demon Hunters world to fast food. The food debuted on Tuesday.
The company launched two new items. They also had a dessert. The food gives fans a taste of HUNTR/X’s fight with the Saja Boys.
The film features K-pop girl group HUNTR/X. Rumi, Mira and Zoey make up the group. They fight demons as international pop stars.
The partnership features elements of Korean culture and cuisine.
“We gave fans a taste of the rivalry with McDonald’s,” said Marian Lee. She is Netflix’s chief marketing officer. “It feels like it’s from the film.”
What's on the menu?
The HUNTR/X Meal (named after the demon-slaying girl band):
10-piece Chicken McNuggets
Ramyeon McShaker Fries (with savory soy, garlic, sesame and spices, in homage to the group’s noodle snack addiction)
Hunter Sauce (honey chili with chili, garlic, and pepper) or purple Demon Sauce (spicy mustard with mustard)
Medium drink
The Saja Boys Breakfast Meal (for the rival demonic boy band):
Sausage McMuffin with Egg topped with peppery Spicy Saja Sauce
Hash browns
Small soft drink
Derpy McFlurry (inspired by the film’s clumsy yet lovable tiger character Derpy):
Vanilla soft serve blended with berry-flavored popping pearls and wild berry sauce
Each meal also includes collectible photocards featuring members of HUNTR/X or the Saja Boys. A special Derpy the Tiger access card with a QR code unlocks exclusive content through the McDonald’s app. A “special reveal” tied to the “Battle for the Fans” is part of the promotion.
KPop Demon Hunters McDonald's Meals Comparison
| Feature | HUNTR/X Meal | Saja Boys Breakfast Meal |
|---|---|---|
| Main Item | 10-piece Chicken McNuggets | Sausage McMuffin with Egg |
| Side | Ramyeon McShaker Fries | Hash Browns |
| Sauce | Hunter Sauce or Demon Sauce | Spicy Saja Sauce |
| Drink | Medium Drink | Small Drink |
| Best For | Lunch or Dinner | Breakfast |
| Collectible | HUNTR/X photocard | Saja Boys photocard |
Both meals are available for a limited time starting March 31, 2026 at participating McDonald’s.
Background and impact
KPop Demon Hunters is an animated movie. Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are the directors. Sony Pictures Animation co-produced the film.
It’s about the K-pop band HUNTR/X. They fight evil supernatural creatures. Their main enemies are the Saja Boys.
The movie has been a huge hit. It won two Academy Awards. It made a popular soundtrack. It also created a massive fan base. It has a sequel planned.
McDonald’s is doing another big entertainment deal. It has collaborated on a lot of films. The meals are only for a short period. They are available at select McDonalds in the US.
Fans are excited online. Some are fans of the new taste and the trading cards. Others want to eat both. They want to choose a side.
The K-pop fight is on the drive-thru. McDonalds offers a burger to help with the battle. One chicken chunk, French fry or dessert at a time.
Sources
Primary source: USA Today by Amaris Encinas and Mike Snider, updated March 31, 2026.
Additional details cross-referenced from McDonald’s corporate announcements and related coverage on the collaboration.
