Apple TV has decided to remove the French thriller series ‘The Hunt’ from its streaming lineup following accusations of plagiarism. The move came after French media journalist Clément Garin pointed out similarities between ‘The Hunt’ and a 1974 novel called ‘Shoot’ by Douglas Fairbairn.
Originally set to debut on December 3rd, the series has been temporarily postponed by Gaumont, the production company, pending a thorough review to address the plagiarism allegations. ‘The Hunt’ follows Franck and his friends as they face a dangerous group of hunters during a hunting trip, while ‘Shoot’ centers around an ‘uber-macho hunter’ named Rex and his encounters with rival hunters.
The decision to remove ‘The Hunt’ underscores the importance of respecting intellectual property in creative works. This incident highlights the need for rigorous fact-checking and due diligence in the entertainment industry to ensure original content is being produced.
Source: The Verge