Hollywood vs. AI: Why the Midjourney Lawsuit Could Reshape Copyright Law Major film studios, including Disney and Universal, are suing AI platform Midjourney for copyright infringement—alleging it unlawfully replicates iconic characters like Spider-Man, Elsa, and Shrek. This landmark case tests whether generative AI can legally train on and produce content based on copyrighted material. The outcome could set a pivotal legal precedent.