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Brand owner: VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC
Prosecution Type: Trademark
Acting law firm: AMS
History of incidents:
| Prosecution time | Case number | Law firm | Brand | Brand side |
| 2022/2/7 | 22-cv-639 | AMS | SPONGEBOB (SpongeBob SquarePants), DORA (Dora), SOUTH PARK (South Park) | VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC |
Brand introduction:
Viacom International Inc. is an American multinational media conglomerate that operates various cable TV networks, film studios, and online properties. The company was founded in 1971 as a spinoff of CBS, and it has grown to become one of the largest media companies in the world.
Viacom’s portfolio of cable TV networks includes MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, BET, and Paramount Network, among others. The company also owns the film studio Paramount Pictures, which produces and distributes major motion pictures and television programming.
In addition to its cable TV and film properties, Viacom operates several online properties, including the streaming service Paramount+, the social media platform AwesomenessTV, and the gaming website Addicting Games.
Viacom is known for producing and distributing a wide range of popular entertainment content, including reality shows, comedy series, dramas, children’s programming, and blockbuster films. The company has won numerous awards for its programming, including Emmys, Grammys, and Oscars.
Official website: https://www.viacomcbs.com/
SPONGEBOB (SpongeBob SquarePants)
SpongeBob SquarePants, commonly known as SpongeBob, is a popular American animated television series created by marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg. The show premiered on Nickelodeon in 1999 and has since become a cultural phenomenon, with a devoted fanbase of all ages.
The series follows the adventures of SpongeBob, a cheerful and optimistic sea sponge who lives in the underwater town of Bikini Bottom. SpongeBob works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab, a fast-food restaurant run by the greedy Mr. Krabs. He is joined by his best friend, a dim-witted starfish named Patrick, and his neighbor and coworker, a grumpy octopus named Squidward.
The show is known for its colorful and imaginative world, quirky characters, and silly humor. It has won numerous awards, including Emmy Awards, and has been praised for its creativity, humor, and positive messages.
SpongeBob has also spawned a franchise of movies, video games, merchandise, and even a Broadway musical. The show has been translated into multiple languages and has a global following, making SpongeBob one of the most successful and beloved animated series of all time.
DORA (Dora)
The American cartoon “Dora the Explorer” (Dora the Explorer) has enlightened generations of children since it was broadcast in 1995. The protagonist Dora is a little Latin girl. She is cute, lively, smart and brave. She accompanies the children childhood, is also the most familiar partner of children.
SOUTH PARK (South Park)
South Park is a popular American adult animated television series created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. The show premiered on Comedy Central in 1997 and has since become known for its satirical humor, irreverent take on current events and pop culture, and frequent use of profanity and controversial topics.
The series is set in the fictional town of South Park, Colorado and follows the adventures of four young boys – Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny – as they navigate the challenges of growing up in a small town. The show has tackled a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, sexuality, race, and celebrity culture, often taking a satirical and subversive approach to these subjects.
South Park has been praised for its sharp writing, cultural commentary, and willingness to take risks with its humor. The show has won multiple Emmy Awards and has been a commercial and critical success, with a dedicated fanbase and numerous spin-offs, merchandise, and media tie-ins.
Registered Trademark & Copyright:
Since the case is currently in an anonymous state, the only trademarks we have investigated are the following. Generally, animation products have a relatively high probability of being copyrighted. It is recommended that animation-related products be removed from the shelves as soon as possible.
