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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jacob Stolworthy

UK taxpayers footing part of £600,000 bill for unpaid crew after Simon Pegg film collapses

The British government will pay back crew members left out of pocket after a new Simon Pegg film was forced to cancel production due to financial problems.

Approximately £600,000 ($800,000) is owed to those working on the independent period drama, titled Angels in the Asylum, which filmed for half a month in February 2025 before grinding to a halt.

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