K and K Promotions, Inc. v. Disney Enterprises, Inc. et al

  1. September 24, 2021

    Disney Beats Evel Knievel Brand Owner's 'Toy Story 4' TM Suit

    Stuntman character Duke Caboom in "Toy Story 4" is "reminiscent" of Evel Knievel but is neither a literal depiction nor a carbon copy minus a few details, a Nevada federal judge ruled Thursday in dismissing infringement claims against Disney launched by the famous daredevil's brand.

  2. September 22, 2020

    'Toy Story 4' Character Is Evel Knievel Ripoff, Suit Says

    The owner of the Evel Knievel brand accused The Walt Disney Co. and Pixar of ripping off the famous motorcycle daredevil's likeness for the stuntman character Duke Caboom in last year's "Toy Story 4," according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday in Nevada federal court.