Demon Hunter Sues Netflix Over KPop Demon Hunters, as Christian Metal Band Claims Fans Bought Tickets for Wrong Show

Christian metal band Demon Hunter is suing streaming giant Netflix, alleging that the similarity between their name and that of the popular KPop animated series has caused significant confusion among fans. The Seattle-based musicians claim that their carefully constructed musical identity, built over a quarter-century, is now under threat due to the surge in popularity of KPop Demon Hunters.

In a lawsuit filed with the court, Demon Hunter points to an incident where a fan allegedly purchased $500 worth of tickets for one of their shows, only to discover it was a metal concert rather than the animated family-friendly extravaganza they had expected. Other instances of confusion include Demon Hunter being mistakenly tagged in KPop-related discussions on social media, and a TV producer contacting the band, believing they were affiliated with Netflix.

Formed in 2000, Demon Hunter has released 13 albums, including hits like "My Throat Is an Open Grave," "Dead Flowers," and "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck." Meanwhile, KPop Demon Hunters has become Netflix's most-watched original title, surpassing even "Squid Game," "Wednesday," and "Stranger Things." The band has requested the court to prevent Netflix from using the KPop Demon Hunters name for recorded music, live performances, and merchandise, and to award unspecified damages.