David Walliams Dropped From Film Amid Allegations

David Walliams has reportedly been removed from the cast of the upcoming film, "The Road to Nevermore," due to allegations of inappropriate behavior. This news follows the termination of his publishing contract with HarperCollins, which ended new book publications in December 2025 and his backlist in September 2026. Walliams vehemently denies all allegations, with his representative stating he was not informed of any investigation or given a chance to respond.

The film, a comedy written and directed by Jane Spencer, was reportedly in its early filming stages. The story centers on two Irish poets traveling to the Swiss Alps for spiritual enlightenment, encountering a peculiar town where poetry is forbidden. William Baldwin and Leo Gregory were previously reported to have signed on for the project.

Prior to the film news, HarperCollins announced in December 2025 that they would cease publishing new works by Walliams. This decision was made after reports emerged regarding his conduct towards junior female employees. The publisher cited employee wellbeing and internal procedures as reasons for their actions. His long-standing relationship with the publisher began with his 2008 debut, "The Boy in the Dress."