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Netflix sued by band Demon Hunter over KPop Demon Hunters tour
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Netflix sued by band Demon Hunter over KPop Demon Hunters tour

From CNA · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Christian metal band Demon Hunter is suing Netflix and concert promoter AEG Presents, alleging trademark infringement.
  • The band claims Netflix's upcoming KPop Demon Hunters tour creates consumer confusion and threatens its brand.
  • Netflix denies the allegations, calling them

Christian metal band Demon Hunter has filed a lawsuit against Netflix and concert promoter AEG Presents in California federal court. The band alleges that an upcoming concert tour based on Netflix's movie "KPop Demon Hunters" infringes on its trademarks.

Demon Hunter claims the announcement of the tour has caused consumer confusion and threatens to overshadow its own brand. The lawsuit states that Netflix is not entitled to use the mark "KPOP DEMON HUNTERS" any more than it would be to use "KPOP METALLICA" or "KPOP BLACK SABBATH" for similar ventures.

Simply put, Netflix is no more entitled to use the mark KPOP DEMON HUNTERS than it would be to launch a recording artist, live touring show and merchandise under the marks KPOP METALLICA, KPOP U2 or KPOP BLACK SABBATH.

— Demon Hunter lawsuitThe band's lawsuit outlines its argument for trademark infringement.

The band cited instances of confusion, including a parent who accidentally bought tickets to one of its concerts instead of the KPop Demon Hunters tour and an email from a producer seeking an interview with a movie songwriter. Demon Hunter argues that Netflix's actions constitute "willful misconduct" and have created an "existential crisis" for the band.

We look forward to vigorously defending this matter.

— NetflixNetflix responded to the lawsuit with a statement.

Netflix responded to the lawsuit on Wednesday, stating that the allegations are "without merit." The streaming platform added, "We look forward to vigorously defending this matter." Demon Hunter is seeking a court order to block the use of "KPop Demon Hunters" for music, merchandise, or live concerts, along with unspecified monetary damages.

Demon Hunter, formed in Seattle in 2000, released its most recent album last year and plans a US tour in October. Netflix's animated movie "KPop Demon Hunters," released in June 2025, became the platform's most-watched film and won Academy Awards. The partnership with AEG for the tour was announced in May.

As a result of Defendants’ willful misconduct, the band "now faces an existential crisis, thereby necessitating the filing of this action.

— Demon Hunter lawsuitThe band described the impact of Netflix's actions in its complaint.
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