Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Sue Netflix Over KPop Demon Hunters
KPop Demon Hunters was a resounding success for Netflix, coming out of nowhere to become the platform's most-watched movie of all time and spawning several of last year's biggest pop hits. It was less of a success for Demon Hunter, the Christian metal band that presumably has been getting mogged in the search bar ever since HUNTR/X came on the scene. The post Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Sue…
Demon Hunter, a Christian metal band with a 25-year history, has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, Netflix Studios, and AEG Presents for trademark infringement, false designation of origin, and unfair competition. The lawsuit, filed by Hyde Lane, the band's company, claims that the success of the KPop Demon Hunters movie on Netflix led to confusion with the band itself.
The lawsuit alleges that Netflix and AEG, both large companies, disregarded Demon Hunter's rights as they capitalized on the band's popularity and trademarked their intellectual property. The suit also mentions an incident where a person paid $500 for top-tier tickets to a Demon Hunter concert, believing it to be a KPop Demon Hunters event, only to be disappointed. The lawsuit seeks a jury trial in the Central District of California.
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