Christian Band Demon Hunter Files Trademark Lawsuit Against Netflix over 'Consumer Confusion'
Hyde Lane says Netflix and AEG’s branding has caused actual consumer confusion and seeks an injunction, restitution and treble damages.
- On Tuesday, Christian metal band Demon Hunter sued Netflix and AEG Presents in the Central District of California, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition over the "KPop Demon Hunters" name.
- Hyde Lane, the band's corporation, asserts it is the "senior user" of the trademark, having invested in the Demon Hunter brand for over two decades before Netflix released its 2025 animated film.
- The filing highlights consumer confusion, including one fan who mistakenly spent $500 on Demon Hunter concert tickets expecting the "actual KPop Demon Hunters" show, while the franchise expands into 150 cities.
- Seeking to protect its "rightful interests," Hyde Lane demands a jury trial and treble damages, accusing defendants of "willfully disregarding the rights of others in pursuit of profits."
- While neither Netflix nor AEG has publicly commented, the filing claims the band faces an "existential crisis," with defendants' greater resources overwhelming the group's control over its commercial identity.
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Christian metal band Demon Hunter sues Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
Christian metal band Demon Hunter is suing Netflix, alleging trademark infringement associated with the streamer’s hit film KPop Demon Hunters. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday by Hyde Lane, the corporate entity for Demon Hunter, against Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG Presents, the live entertainment division of AEG, with claims that the defendants have “created a substantial likelihood of confusion” among consumers. The metalcore band – which…
Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Sues Netflix Over ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ Citing Trademark Infringement
Christian metal band Demon Hunters have filed a lawsuit against Netflix and AEG Presents over the streamer’s mega-hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.” The band, which filed the lawsuit under its corporate entity Hyde Lane, has registered the “Demon Hunter” trademark in a number of categories and is suing for trademark infringement and unfair competition, […]
Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Is Suing Netflix Over KPop Demon Hunters Name Confusion
Christian metal band Demon Hunter sued Netflix, Netflix Studios and concert promoter AEG Presents on Tuesday, alleging trademark infringement, false designation of origin and unfair competition over the name “KPop Demon Hunters.” The band, operating through its corporation Hyde Lane, filed the suit in the Central District of California and is asking for a jury trial. Demon Hunter has released 12 studio albums since forming in Seattle in 2000, mo…
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Christian band Demon Hunter files trademark lawsuit against Netflix over 'consumer confusion'
LOS ANGELES — Christian metal band Demon Hunter is suing Netflix, alleging trademark infringement associated with the streamer's hit film "KPop Demon Hunters." The lawsuit was filed Tuesday by Hyde Lane, the corporate entity for Demon Hunter, against Netflix, Netflix…
The impact of the K-Pop warriors is still fresh, and on Netflix, of course, they are determined to expand it. At the end of the day this animated musical is the most visible in the history of their catalogue and last year originated a whole popular phenomenon, topped by two Academy Oscars: Best Animated Movie and Best Song, for Golden. As it couldn't be otherwise Netflix is preparing today a sequel (where Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans would re…
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