Dan Schneider Sues 'Quiet On Set' Producers, Calls Docu-Series 'Hit Job'

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Dan Schneider has filed suit against the producers of the docu-series Quiet On Set. The former creative and producer at Nickelodeon is suing for defamation, and his attorneys are calling the series’ portrayal of him a “hit job.” Keep reading to find out more… Quiet On Set, of course, detailed much of Dan‘s time at Nickelodeon and focused on the inappropriate conduct and toxic environment on the set of his shows, with former Nick actors sharing their experiences.

In the lawsuit, obtained by Variety, Dan‘s lawyers state, “While it is indisputable that two bona fide child sexual abusers worked on Nickelodeon shows, it is likewise indisputable that Schneider had no knowledge of their abuse, was not complicit in the abuse, condemned the abuse once it was discovered and, critically, was not a child sexual abuser himself.

But for the sake of clickbait, ratings, and views — or put differently, money — Defendants have destroyed Schneider’s reputation and legacy through the false statements and implications that Schneider is exactly that.” The lawsuit says the voiceovers and graphics on the docu-series “are purposefully and intentionally defamatory in that they falsely and repeatedly state or imply that Schneider is a child sexual abuser and committed crimes in this regard — and have been interpreted as such by countless average, ordinary or reasonable viewers.” Dan also shared a statement with Variety, which you can read below. “Recently the docuseries ‘Quiet on Set’ highlighted mistakes I made and poor judgment I exhibited during my time at Nickelodeon, most of which happened decades ago during my early career as a producer, working on shows for Tollin/Robbins Productions.