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2026
Demon Hunter band sues Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters trademarks
Lawsuit filed
US Christian metal band Demon Hunter, operated by Hyde Lane, sued Netflix, Netflix Studios and concert promoter AEG Presents in the US District Court for the Central District of California on Tuesday, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition over the expansion of KPop Demon Hunters into recorded music, merchandise and a planned concert tour. Hyde Lane seeks a jury trial, an injunction and unspecified damages.
Company response
Denial — Netflix
These allegations are without merit. Netflix has created an Academy Award-winning global phenomenon with KPop Demon Hunters that has inspired fans around the world with its powerful music, storytelling, and characters. We look forward to vigorously defending this matter.
Source excerpt
The legal action was filed in the US District Court for the Central District of California on Tuesday by Hyde Lane, the company that operates as Demon Hunter. It names Netflix, Netflix Studios and concert promoter AEG Presents as defendants, accusing them of trademark infringement and unfair competition, among other claims.
Hyde Lane is seeking a jury trial and an order preventing the defendants from using the title for recorded music, live performances and merchandise. It has also requested restitution and unspecified damages.
US Christian metal band Demon Hunter has sued Netflix, claiming the expansion of KPop Demon Hunters into recorded music, merchandise and a planned concert tour infringes its trademarks.