The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as giant balloons.

The parade is held each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. Previous appearances have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade.

An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters

It's no exaggeration to say that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a potential release in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the original film suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!