POLTERGEIST Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Tuesday, December 5, 1995, a trademark application was filed for POLTERGEIST with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the POLTERGEIST trademark a serial number of 75028072. The federal status of this trademark filing is CANCELLED - SECTION 8 as of Friday, April 15, 2022. This trademark is owned by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.. The POLTERGEIST trademark is filed in the Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, and Toys & Sporting Goods Products categories with the following description:

[ toys, games, playthings and sporting goods, namely, basketballs; basketball backboards; skateboards; figures, and accessories therefor; namely, toy figures with magnetic features and talking toys; sports goggles; action figure toys and accessories therefor; sports balls; playground balls; foam balls; toy basketball hoop sets; hobby craft doll and figurine kits; toy banks; bath tub toys; children's multiple activity toys; water squirting toys; toy vehicles; wind-up toys; action skill games; board games; card games; electronic game equipment containing memory devices, namely, hand-held units with a watch function; hand-held units for playing electronic and video games; video output game machines; coin and non-coin operated game tables; pinball machines and pinball type games; computer game cartridges, programs and tapes; jigsaw and manipulative puzzles; mechanical toys; battery-operated toys; dolls and puppets and accessories therefor; kites; paper and plastic party favors in the natur...

[ paper and paper articles, namely, trading cards; stationery; paper cut-out figures; gift wrap; party goods, namely, party hats, cake decorations and table cloths; pictures; posters; mounted and unmounted photographs; ] publications, namely, [ books, magazines, newsletters, and bulletins about education, music and entertainment; ] fiction books; [ children's activity books; children's pop-up books; address books; photo and stamp albums; banners; comic books, and newspaper comic strips; cartoons; coloring and children's books; bulletin boards; calendars; pens and pencils; pen and pencil cases; erasers; markers; crayons; chalk; arts and crafts paint kits; greeting, note, blank and playing cards; writing and note paper and pads; notebooks, book covers; educational picture books; decals; desk sets and organizers; paper napkins; bathroom and facial tissue; tissue paper; place mats; and rubber stamps ]

[ clothing for men, women, and children, namely, exercise wear; warm up suits; jogging suits; sweat suits; sweat pants and sweatshirts; bodysuits; leotards; leg warmers; wet suits; ski suits; ski pants, ski bibs; ski jackets; swimwear; bathing suits; beach and bathing coverups; suits; tuxedos; slacks; trousers; pants; jeans; shorts; sweat shorts; gym shorts; tops; jackets; coats; sport coats; shirts; sport shirts; T-shirts, knit shirts; polo shirts; pullovers; sweaters; vests; tank tops; blazers; jumpsuits; playsuits; overcoats; parkas; wind resistant jackets; leather jackets; footwear; shoes; boots; slippers; athletic footwear; basketball shoes; casual footwear; sandals; headwear; hats, caps, visors, hoods, berets, headbands; sweat bands; wristbands; ear muffs; neckwear; neckties, neckerchieves; scarves; bandannas; sleepwear; robes; pajamas; nightshirts; rainwear; gloves; mittens; galoshes; loungewear; underwear; briefs; underpants; boxer shorts; undershirts; suspenders; hosiery; sock...

General Information


Serial Number75028072
Word MarkPOLTERGEIST
Filing DateTuesday, December 5, 1995
Status710 - CANCELLED - SECTION 8
Status DateFriday, April 15, 2022
Registration Number2494526
Registration DateTuesday, October 2, 2001
Mark Drawing1000 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, November 12, 1996

Trademark Statements


Goods and Services[ toys, games, playthings and sporting goods, namely, basketballs; basketball backboards; skateboards; figures, and accessories therefor; namely, toy figures with magnetic features and talking toys; sports goggles; action figure toys and accessories therefor; sports balls; playground balls; foam balls; toy basketball hoop sets; hobby craft doll and figurine kits; toy banks; bath tub toys; children's multiple activity toys; water squirting toys; toy vehicles; wind-up toys; action skill games; board games; card games; electronic game equipment containing memory devices, namely, hand-held units with a watch function; hand-held units for playing electronic and video games; video output game machines; coin and non-coin operated game tables; pinball machines and pinball type games; computer game cartridges, programs and tapes; jigsaw and manipulative puzzles; mechanical toys; battery-operated toys; dolls and puppets and accessories therefor; kites; paper and plastic party favors in the nature of small toys and noisemakers; stuffed and plush toys; latex squeeze toys; musical toys; inflatable bath, swimming, and ride-on toys ]
Goods and Services[ paper and paper articles, namely, trading cards; stationery; paper cut-out figures; gift wrap; party goods, namely, party hats, cake decorations and table cloths; pictures; posters; mounted and unmounted photographs; ] publications, namely, [ books, magazines, newsletters, and bulletins about education, music and entertainment; ] fiction books; [ children's activity books; children's pop-up books; address books; photo and stamp albums; banners; comic books, and newspaper comic strips; cartoons; coloring and children's books; bulletin boards; calendars; pens and pencils; pen and pencil cases; erasers; markers; crayons; chalk; arts and crafts paint kits; greeting, note, blank and playing cards; writing and note paper and pads; notebooks, book covers; educational picture books; decals; desk sets and organizers; paper napkins; bathroom and facial tissue; tissue paper; place mats; and rubber stamps ]
Goods and Services[ clothing for men, women, and children, namely, exercise wear; warm up suits; jogging suits; sweat suits; sweat pants and sweatshirts; bodysuits; leotards; leg warmers; wet suits; ski suits; ski pants, ski bibs; ski jackets; swimwear; bathing suits; beach and bathing coverups; suits; tuxedos; slacks; trousers; pants; jeans; shorts; sweat shorts; gym shorts; tops; jackets; coats; sport coats; shirts; sport shirts; T-shirts, knit shirts; polo shirts; pullovers; sweaters; vests; tank tops; blazers; jumpsuits; playsuits; overcoats; parkas; wind resistant jackets; leather jackets; footwear; shoes; boots; slippers; athletic footwear; basketball shoes; casual footwear; sandals; headwear; hats, caps, visors, hoods, berets, headbands; sweat bands; wristbands; ear muffs; neckwear; neckties, neckerchieves; scarves; bandannas; sleepwear; robes; pajamas; nightshirts; rainwear; gloves; mittens; galoshes; loungewear; underwear; briefs; underpants; boxer shorts; undershirts; suspenders; hosiery; socks; belts; masquerade and Halloween costumes; and aprons ]

Classification Information


International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, April 15, 2022
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, October 1, 1999
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, October 1, 1999

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, April 15, 2022
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, October 1, 1999
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, October 1, 1999

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, April 15, 2022
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, October 1, 1999
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, October 1, 1999

Trademark Owner History


Party NameMETRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER STUDIOS INC.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressBeverly Hills, CA 902105317

Party NameMETRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER STUDIOS INC.
Party Type21 - New Owner After Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressSANTA MONICA, CA 904043601

Party NameMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressSanta Monica, CA 90404

Party NameMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressSanta Monica, CA 90404

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Wednesday, July 13, 2022ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Thursday, June 23, 2022ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, April 20, 2022ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Friday, April 15, 2022CANCELLED SEC. 8 (10-YR)/EXPIRED SECTION 9
Friday, October 2, 2020COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Wednesday, August 8, 2018ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, July 2, 2014ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, February 22, 2012ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Thursday, September 29, 2011REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Thursday, September 29, 2011REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Monday, September 19, 2011TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Tuesday, September 6, 2011ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, September 6, 2011TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Thursday, September 1, 2011APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Thursday, September 1, 2011TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Wednesday, August 31, 2011TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Wednesday, January 12, 2011ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, December 23, 2009ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, December 16, 2009ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Saturday, September 22, 2007REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Thursday, September 20, 2007ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 11, 2007REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED
Tuesday, September 11, 2007TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Monday, February 12, 2007CASE FILE IN TICRS
Tuesday, October 19, 2004TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Wednesday, October 29, 2003TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, October 2, 2001REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, July 11, 2001ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Wednesday, June 27, 2001STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Wednesday, December 8, 1999USE AMENDMENT FILED
Wednesday, November 17, 1999SOU EXTENSION 5 GRANTED
Tuesday, August 3, 1999SOU EXTENSION 5 FILED
Wednesday, November 17, 1999DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE
Tuesday, August 3, 1999DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED
Monday, March 15, 1999SOU EXTENSION 4 GRANTED
Thursday, January 21, 1999SOU EXTENSION 4 FILED
Wednesday, August 12, 1998SOU EXTENSION 3 GRANTED
Thursday, July 23, 1998SOU EXTENSION 3 FILED
Monday, March 16, 1998SOU EXTENSION 2 GRANTED
Thursday, January 29, 1998SOU EXTENSION 2 FILED
Tuesday, August 19, 1997SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Tuesday, July 29, 1997SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Tuesday, February 4, 1997NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, November 12, 1996PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Friday, October 11, 1996NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, September 17, 1996APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, September 12, 1996EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT MAILED
Friday, July 12, 1996CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, May 10, 1996NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Tuesday, May 7, 1996ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER