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Apple Pulls French ThrillerThe Hunt’ as Gaumont Reviews Plagiarism Claims

The finished Apple TV series is on hold after reports it closely mirrors Douglas Fairbairn’s 1973 novel Shoot.

Overview

  • Gaumont confirmed a temporary postponement and said it is conducting a thorough review of intellectual property questions.
  • Apple removed trailers, press pages, and listings last week, effectively scrubbing the show from its platforms.
  • French journalist Clément Garin first flagged the similarities to Shoot, a work controlled by Fairbairn’s estate.
  • Sources say Apple and Gaumont learned of the potential overlap only after marketing began for the planned Dec. 3 launch.
  • Reports indicate lawyers are assessing options, and cast and crew were instructed not to discuss the project.