Warner Bros TV sends cease and desist letter to Fox Nation over The Vow
Warner Bros TV sent a legal threat to Fox News Media regarding promotions for Chris Harrison's new dating show The Vow on September 18.
Legal dispute over branding
The letter alleges that promotional materials use specific imagery like falling rose petals and a man in a tuxedo holding a rose. Warner Bros states these elements violate trademark, copyright, and unfair competition laws alongside the appearance of the words The Bachelor on screen.
Fox response to claims
Fox responded to the letter on September 24 by suggesting the goal was to hurt The Vow. They argue that Fox and Lionsgate have no objection to releasing a dating show hosted by Chris Harrison in and of itself.
Marketing strategy criticism
The legal note claims Fox has promoted the series entirely on the back of the franchise rather than its own merits. Warner Bros reserves all rights in connection with the series without having seen it yet.
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The Hollywood Reporter
Fox News Hit With Warner Bros. Threat Letter Over Chris Harrison’s New Dating Show ‘The Vow’ (Exclusive)
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Variety
‘Bachelor’ Producers Send Legal Threat to Chris Harrison’s New Dating Show ‘The Vow’; Fox Nation Fights Back ‘Malicious and Vindictive’ Claims
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