Axed: Bulletproof

UK police drama Bulletproof has been axed by Sky following accusations of misconduct made against star Noel Clarke by several women last month.

“Sky will not be proceeding with any further series of Bulletproof,” a spokesperson for Sky said in a statement.

The show was in pre-production on its fourth season when accusations were first levelled against Clarke last month. An individual with knowledge said Sky tried to figure out how Bulletproof could proceed without star Clarke, but ultimately could not find a creative decision.

In April, The Guardian published a story including accounts from 20 women who accused the actor of sexual harassment, unwanted groping, inappropriate comments made on set, sharing explicit photos and videos without consent and bullying. Clarke denied all allegations except for one, admitting he once made inappropriate comments about one woman.

“In a 20-year career, I have put inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of my work and never had a complaint made against me. If anyone who has worked with me has ever felt uncomfortable or disrespected, I sincerely apologize,” Clarke said in a statement to The Guardian at the time. “I vehemently deny any sexual misconduct or wrongdoing and intend to defend myself against these false allegations.”

Following the initial accusations, ITV, Sky and the BBC all cut ties with Clarke, and BAFTA suspended Clarke’s membership as well as his recent Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema award.

Bulletproof aired in Australia on Foxtel.

ABC recently acquired his newest series Viewpoint it is yet to screen.

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Source: The Wrap