Copyright needed for Movie Poster on product for commercial use?

Question by JT: Copyright needed for Movie Poster on product for commercial use?
I have an idea for commercial use, making money. For example If i wanted to make a product that utilized the movie poster from a theatrical release and place it on a product, would i need to get permission to use that image? The copyright website seemed a little vague on if i was using the image and selling a product using that image. IE: T-shirt with movie poster? Tagline? would i need permission to use that? Many products are on the internet use logos, photos from movie…do they all have permission? Any Help where to start or would i need a copyright lawyer if i was to make money on a product. It seems I would most likely need to start seeking out copyright permission, correct?

Best answer:

Answer by Maldavi
Yes, you do have to get permission from the copyright holder to use their property or likeness.

If it’s for a movie related item, try calling the studio that released it.

If you’re going to make money on the product, they’ll likely want a cut of the proceeds.

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