Sky Drops 'Fing' After New Accusations Against David Walliams

Sky has officially removed the fantasy film Fing from its upcoming release schedule. The network made the decision following the publication of new sexual harassment allegations against writer and co-star David Walliams. The movie was slated for a limited release in the United Kingdom and Ireland in early 2027 under the Sky Original banner.

The decision to pull the film stems from a joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News, which published its findings on Tuesday. The report details accusations that Walliams groomed fans as young as fifteen. According to the investigation, the actor invited teenage girls to his home for overnight stays and to his dressing rooms. Accusers described these environments as concerning.

The report further alleges that Walliams pressured young women to date him. These individuals included professional models and an employee at his publisher, HarperCollins. In some cases, the pressure led to sexual activity. The findings were released after Walliams failed to secure a court injunction that would have delayed the publication.

A Sky spokesperson stated that the allegations against Walliams are extremely serious. The network informed producers of its intention to exit its position as the territory licensee. This move halts the film's distribution through Sky channels in the UK and Ireland. The spokesperson added that Sky had already removed other content featuring Walliams from its platforms in preparation for the report.

Walliams wears multiple hats on the project. He wrote the children's book that serves as the source material, co-wrote the screenplay, and co-stars in the film. His on-screen partners include Taika Waititi and Mia Wasikowska. The project had previously premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, generating anticipation for a wider release.

The removal of Fing follows actions by other major media outlets. The BBC announced it would remove shows starring or written by Walliams from its streaming platform, including the series Little Britain. Additionally, Walliams was dropped by his agency, Independent Talent Group, following the report's publication.

The film's status in other international territories remains undecided. While Sky has exited the UK and Ireland licensing position, the global distribution plan may proceed depending on other partners. The production team is expected to address the immediate impact of the distributor's withdrawal.