Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. achieved a legal victory against several Russian torrent sites accused of distributing illegal copies of the film "Entourage." The Moscow City Court ruled in favor of Warner Bros., setting a legal precedent for foreign film companies using Russian anti-piracy laws.
Legal Action and Outcome
The lawsuit targeted multiple websites, including tushkan.net, kinogo.com, rutor.org, and kinozal.tv. Warner Bros. utilized Russia's anti-piracy legislation as a mechanism to protect its intellectual property. According to Copyright.ru, this marks the first instance of a foreign studio successfully leveraging Russian legal frameworks to combat digital piracy.
Impact of the Ruling
With this decision, Warner Bros. reinforces its stance against unauthorized distribution of its content. The ruling may pressure other torrent sites in Russia to reconsider hosting pirated material. Additionally, it signals to international studios the potential effectiveness of engaging with Russian courts under local anti-piracy laws.
- Warner Bros. filed the lawsuits in Moscow City Court, activating legal mechanisms against copyright violations.
- The verdict covers multiple torrent sites known for distributing illicit digital content.
- This landmark decision might influence future actions by other international film companies.
