Netflix has issued a public response to the lawsuit recently brought against it by Christian metal band Demon Hunter. Earlier this week, the latter group filed suit against the streaming giant, its studio arm, and AEG Presents. The band made claims of trademark infringement, false designation of origin, and unfair competition in regards to the hit animated Netflix franchise, ‘Kpop Demon Hunters‘.
That 2025 film has spawned hit singles and live events. The band argued the franchise’s continued advances into the Demon Hunter‘s own established field of operations has caused significant consumer confusion between the property and the Demon Hunter brand.
Demon Hunter, who have been active since forming in 2000, have claimed that tickets have been purchased to their shows by concertgoers expecting to see ‘Kpop Demon Hunters‘-associated events. The complaint also goes on to allege that the overlap has negatively impacted Demon Hunter‘s online presence, skewing search results, while also leading to frequent accidental mentions on social media, and more.
The group are seeking a jury trial, and hope to have their “rightful interests” restored in regards to the Demon Hunter trademark. They further demand that Netflix be blocked from using the ‘KPop Demon Hunters‘ name and are asking for restitution and treble damages. Netflix have now responded to the suit, offering the following statement:
“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.”
