Metal Anarchy

Demon Hunter have filed a lawsuit against Netflix, Netflix Studios, and AEG Presents over the “KPop Demon Hunters” trademark. The complaint was made through the band’s corporation Hyde Lane, who claim the name is causing confusion.

The suit, which was obtained by Complex, alleges the film infringed upon the band’s trademark and created unfair competition and brand confusion. The group are especially concerned with the “KPop Demon Hunters” live tour, which causes “almost complete overlap” with their goods and services.

The complaint shared one example in which one person spent $500 on tickets for Demon Hunter’s Albany, NY without realizing it was unrelated to “KPop Demon Hunters.” That case resulted in a refund request. The suit went on to say that the defendants are “massive companies that jealously guard and enforce their own intellectual property rights willfully disregarding the rights of others in pursuit of profits.”

Hyde Lane are currently seeking a trial by jury, a restoration of their “rightful interests,” and “restitution and treble damages.” They also want to prevent Netflix from using the “KPop Demon Hunters” name.