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Netflix sued over ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ by Christian metal band
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Netflix is planning a "KPop Demon Hunters" world concert tour with AEG, set to launch in 2027. The band's corporate entity, Hyde Lane, has filed a lawsuit alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition.
Christian metal band Demon Hunter is taking legal action against Netflix. The band's corporate entity, Hyde Lane, has filed a lawsuit alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition. This lawsuit is in response to Netflix's animated hit "KPop Demon Hunters".
The lawsuit also names Netflix Studios and concert promoter AEG Presents as defendants. Netflix is planning a "KPop Demon Hunters" world concert tour with AEG, set to launch in 2027. According to the filing, the show's success is causing confusion for consumers and overlapping with Hyde Lane's business.
Further details about the lawsuit and the parties involved are available from the source. The lawsuit was filed on a Tuesday, but the exact outcome and resolution are not yet known.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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