Judge denies bid to halt "Hangover 2" over tattoo

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) – A federal judge has declined to halt the release on Thursday of "The Hangover: Part II" as part of a copyright infringement lawsuit over a distinctive tattoo worn by actor Ed Helms.

Movie studio Warner Bros said it was gratified by the decision, which would allow the highly-anticipated comedy to be released on schedule this week around the world.

"(The) plaintiff's failed attempt to enjoin the film in order to try and extract a massive settlement payment from Warner Bros. was highly inappropriate and unwarranted," Warner Bros said in a statement.

Victor Whitmill, the tattoo artist who created the original tattoo for boxer Mike Tyson, who appears in both "Hangover" films, sued on April 28 seeking an injunction and damages for copyright infringement.

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