Overview
- Richard Taylor’s High Court claim over his portrayal in The Lost King was settled with substantial damages, payment of his legal costs and an agreed statement read in court.
- A new opening card in England and Wales will state that the film’s depiction of Taylor is fictional and that the real Taylor acted with integrity, with no other edits to the movie.
- A preliminary ruling last year by Judge Jaron Lewis found the film’s depiction could bear a defamatory meaning, clearing the way for a trial that the settlement avoids.
- Taylor said the film caused serious harm and distress and called the outcome vindication, telling Sky News he has not received an apology.
- Coogan, Baby Cow and Pathé said they remain proud of the film; Coogan added the movie will remain intact apart from the card and cited Philippa Langley’s ill health in explaining why he preferred not to proceed to trial.