Copyright trial over Apple TV+ show 'Servant' could lead to $81 million fine

Apple TV+ show 'Servant' allegedly stole key elements from a 2013 film called 'The Truth About Emmanuel,' and the trial is back on with a jury set to decide if Apple and M. Night Shyamalan should be fined $81 million.Apple TV+ show 'Servant.' Image source: AppleDirector Francesca Gregorini sued in January 2020, and the case was initially thrown out. She alleges that the dark themes surrounding a reborn doll and similar shots between the properties are enough to suggest copyright infringement.According to a report from Variety, creators of the show and M. Night Shyamalan will testify to a jury. The jurors will watch 'The Truth About Emmanuel' and the first three episodes of 'Servant' to help make a determination. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums