by FilmInk Staff
A children’s film made in Queensland is facing an uncertain international future after streaming and distribution partners distanced themselves from Fing!, following sexual misconduct allegations against its co-writer and star, David Walliams.
The film, based on Walliams’ bestselling children’s book, was filmed in Brisbane in 2025 with support from Screen Queensland’s Production Attraction Strategy.
But the production has been thrown into turmoil, with Stan dropping the film from its streaming slate, Sky seeking to exit its UK and Ireland distribution agreement, and Walliams’ cameo being removed.
According to the ABC, the Australian theatrical release remains scheduled, with a representative for Australian distributor Transmission Films issuing a statement that they “will release the film in Australian cinemas on January 14. Walliams will not be participating in the Australian publicity campaign. The campaign will focus on the film’s Australian production, director and lead cast.”
Fing is directed by Jeffrey Walker, produced by Todd Fellman, shot by Mark Wareham, production designed by Matthew Putland, and features Australian actors Mia Wasikowska, Richard Roxburgh, Yasmin Kassim, and Robyn Nevin among other local cast and crew.
In comments to the ABC this week, Screen Queensland said Fing! generated more than $24 million in local expenditure and employed approximately 210 Queensland crew, in addition to supporting local businesses. The agency stressed it was responsible for assessing incentive eligibility, not casting or distribution decisions.
