Wikimedia Commons/The Deb movie Movie Legal battles & leaked tapes: The scandal behind Rebel Wilson's film 'The Deb'. Accusations, lawsuits & a stalled release. March 14, 2026 AceShowbiz - The ongoing drama surrounding The Deb, a modest Australian musical film directed by and starring Rebel Wilson, has escalated into a tangled web of legal disputes and allegations. Despite its small scale, this project has captured significant attention due to accusations of misconduct, defamation lawsuits, and leaked recordings suggesting a deliberate smear campaign.