Christian band Demon Hunter files trademark lawsuit against Netflix
The Christian metal band Demon Hunter is suing Netflix for trademark infringement, claiming the streamer's film 'KPop Demon Hunters' causes consumer confusion. The band argues that the film's success has negatively impacted their brand identity and commercial concert plans.
Why it matters
This case highlights the complexities of trademark law in the entertainment industry, particularly when niche brands clash with global media conglomerates.
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 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 was formed in 2000 out of Seattle by brothers Ryan and Don Clark — claims the success of the 2025 urban fantasy flick has “eclipse[d]” the group’s “established identity” and “commercial fate,” especially as plans for a KPop Demon Hunters global concert tour were announced in May in partnership with AEG Presents. Hyde Lane originally trademarked “Demon Hunter” in 2014 under entertainment, namely live performances. To date, the band has released 12 studio albums and amassed more than 348,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.
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