School Bans Netflix Hit KPop Demon Hunters Songs
A primary school in Poole, Dorset, has banned pupils from singing songs from the hit Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters, citing concerns that the lyrics conflict with the school’s Christian ethos.
Lilliput Church of England Infant School informed parents that some members of its community felt “deeply uncomfortable” with references to demons, which they associate with spiritual forces opposed to God and goodness.
The school asked parents to encourage children not to sing the songs at school “out of respect for those who find the themes at odds with their faith.”
KPop Demon Hunters, Netflix’s most-watched film ever, follows a fictional K-pop girl band as they battle demons using music and fighting skills. Some songs, particularly those of a rival group called the Saja Boys, touch on themes of temptation and seduction.
The ban drew mixed reactions from parents. Some praised the school’s sensitivity, while others, including an atheist parent, described it as “ridiculous” and “unfair,” pointing out that the songs help children build confidence and teamwork during after-school performances.
In response, acting head teacher Lloyd Allington said the school had received feedback highlighting positive messages in the songs, such as courage, kindness, and teamwork. He emphasized that the school’s role is not to discourage enjoyment of the film, but to help children understand and respect that their peers may hold different beliefs.
Every child has the right to access learning and activities that respect diverse beliefs while also being guided to understand and respect the faith and convictions of others. Balancing enjoyment of cultural content with awareness of peers’ beliefs supports children’s development in a respectful, inclusive environment.
