K-Pops!
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Synopsis
Follows a washed-up musician who jumps at the chance to capitalize on his long-lost son's stardom for his own renaissance, but learns that fatherhood is much more than stardom.
Cast
- Anderson .Paak
- Jee Young Han
- Soul Rasheed
- Jonnie Park
- Cathy Shim
- Kevin Woo
- Will Jay
- Emi Kim
- Riley Lai Nelet
- Eddie Park
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Anderson .Paak's directorial debut 'K-Pops' is a heartfelt father-son story wrapped in the vibrant world of K-pop, where audiences consistently praise its genuine charm and cultural bridge-building despite predictable plotting. While viewers appreciate .Paak's sincerity both behind and in front of the camera, along with surprising cameos from Earth Wind & Fire and Jay Park, many note the formulaic third act and visually bland execution hold it back from greatness.
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- Mar 3, 2026
K-Pops is a blink-and-you'll-miss-it comedy that I rolled the dice on and it came up pretty positive. It's title is cute in that it has a double meaning... the music genre + a charming father/son plot. It's about a failing American musician who gets the chance to drum for…
Joel HilkeFeb 24, 2026Happy to see Andy direct something with his son, happy to see Dumbfoundead in more movies, happy to see something this mainstream draw attention to how Kpop straight up wouldn’t exist without Black people. Solid debut! Let’s have a little less Saudi Arabia promo next time…
AdamSep 7, 2024I can’t believe Jay Park and Earth Wind and Fire were in the same movie.
Hannah - Feb 28, 2026
Tae young wasn’t even that good fr
ikarisapologistFeb 26, 2026sure it's predictable but you can tell it was made with love and that made me smile
kasFeb 26, 2026I didn't know what to expect, but this is a charming film, totally predictable but I didn't care 👍👍
W4v3sBy3 - Jun 5, 2025
K-POPS! is a mix of too many notes competing for your attention at once. Visually bland and uninspired, there are some laughs to be had, and the father-son angle mostly works thanks to Anderson .Paak’s sincerity both in front of and behind the camera. But the script is too…
Matt NegliaSep 7, 2024Idris Elba…… YOU ARE NOT THE FATHER!!!
livSep 7, 2024of course vernon is in this
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- KHKhamar Hopkins
If you’re a fan of Anderson .Paaks then this is the movie for you
YKyour favorite kpop fanboyCDCarl Dungca - JMJAMES MARTINEZIHIvory Harris
Metacritic
Feb 27, 2026
It’s a testament to .Paak’s own journey, and the seemingly healthy relationship with both this genre of music and his child, that this movie eschews so many of those struggle-bus tropes. I just wish it translated to something with a bit more oomph, rather than another blandly sincere family film.
Clint Worthington
RogerEbert.com
Feb 26, 2026
Adorable is not an adjective I’ve often applied to a movie, but “K-Pops!” earns it. It will play well on the big screen, and make you forget about your troubles for two hours.
Odie Henderson
Boston Globe
Sep 16, 2024
With energetic dance sequences and a heartwarming bond between a father and a son, K-Pops! is a bundle of joy that rarely misses a beat.
Isabella Soares
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