David Walliams' upcoming film Fing! could be scrapped following serious allegations

David Walliams’ upcoming children’s film Fing! could face the axe following a series of allegations made against the comedian, with the Sky Cinema production potentially never reaching audiences.

The film, which stars an impressive cast including Taika Waititi, Mia Wasikowska, Penelope Wilton and Blake Harrison, had been scheduled for release in cinemas in January 2027 before being available to stream on Sky Cinema.

However, its future is now uncertain following revelations about Walliams, who co-wrote the film with Kevin Cecil.

The original production was made by Sky for Sky Cinema and is the latest in a string of adaptations bringing Walliams’ popular children’s books to the screen.

Newcomer Iona Bell stars as young Myrtle, alongside Harrison and Wasikowska as her librarian parents, Mr and Mrs Meek.

The story follows the couple, who will do anything to keep their beloved daughter happy. Unfortunately, Myrtle is never satisfied and always wants ‘more, more, MORE!’.

When she announces that she wants a Fing, her parents embark on an extraordinary mission to find one, travelling to the furthest and darkest corners of the jungle.

But the Fing turns out to be just as destructive as Myrtle herself, and the youngster soon finds herself battling the evil animal park owner, The Viscount, played by Waititi, who is determined to own the rare creature.

Penelope Wilton plays the Viscount’s Nanny, while Richard Roxburgh appears as the Bank Manager and Robyn Nevin takes on the role of Chief Librarian.

Despite the high-profile cast, there are now questions over whether the film will ever be released. Sky has not commented on its intentions for Fing!.

Walliams has worked with the broadcaster for years, creating projects like Ratburger and Ever After co-starting Sheridan Smith.

David Walliams’ films and television projects face growing uncertainty

The potential shelving of Fing! comes as the BBC confirms it is removing further content featuring Walliams from BBC iPlayer.

Today, the broadcaster confirmed it was taking down Walliams’ children’s specials after wheretowatch.tv revealed they were still available to stream.

Other programmes being removed include Little Britain and Walliams’ episode of Who Do You Think You Are?.

The latest developments follow a growing list of professional setbacks for the comedian in recent months.

HarperCollins has parted ways with Walliams, while Alton Towers has closed its World of Walliams attractions. Waterstones has also refused to sell his books.

The allegations against Walliams were uncovered through a three-year joint investigation by ITV News and The Guardian.

The comedian has been accused of grooming teenage girls, including some as young as 15, allegations he vigorously denies.

Walliams has yet to see his upcoming film Fing! reach cinemas or streaming audiences, with its planned January 2027 release now potentially in jeopardy.

Sky has not issued a statement confirming whether the film will still be released.

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