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Timothy Hutton's Lawsuit Over 'Leverage' Reboot Settled

Wed Dec 04 2024
Timothy Hutton, an Oscar-winning actor, has finally settled a long-standing legal battle with the producers of the TV show 'Leverage'. The lawsuit began in 2022 when Hutton claimed he was unfairly cut from the show's reboot due to old sexual assault allegations. Despite the case being dismissed by prosecutors, Hutton was never rehired or paid for the reboot season. The lawsuit also revealed that producers didn't investigate the allegations thoroughly before making their decision. Both parties have now agreed to a confidential settlement, pending a judge's approval in March 2025. The story highlights the complexities of dealing with old allegations and the importance of thorough investigations before making crucial decisions. It also raises questions about the fairness of pay-or-play contracts in the entertainment industry.

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    If Timothy Hutton's character was killed off, why not just revive him in the next season with an exciting plot twist?
    What were the legal implications of Electric Entertainment ceasing negotiations with Timothy Hutton after learning of the sexual assault allegations?
    How did Timothy Hutton's refusal to acknowledge the rape claims affect his financial compensation from the reboot?

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