‘Catfish’ Producers File Trademark Suit Against Media Companies

By Editorial Team

A production company behind the hit MTV reality show “Catfish” has filed a lawsuit against two media companies for trademark infringement. The lawsuit alleges that the media companies intend to use the “Catfish” name for a competing television series called “Catfish Murders” without authorization.

The lawsuit was filed by Catfish Picture Co., which holds federal trademark registrations for “Catfish” and “Catfish: The TV Show” for entertainment services. The legal action was initiated in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York.

The original “Catfish” series garnered significant popularity, running for nine seasons with 246 episodes. The show also led to the creation of various international versions and spin-offs. The premise of the show involves individuals trying to uncover the true identity of their online romantic interests.

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