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MRC Loses $100M Case Linked to Kevin Spacey Testimony

3/27/2026

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MRC lost an insurance case tied to the actor Kevin Spacey's House of Cards testimony, seeking over $100 million.
The losses followed Spacey's 2017 sexual misconduct accusations, triggering rewrites and reshoots.
Spacey disputed the sex-addiction claim and said he was available to work.
A jury ruled Spacey's condition did not excuse his absence, leaving MRC responsible for costs.
Despite setback, Spacey has settled other allegations and is returning to work.

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Story summary

MRC lost an insurance case tied to the actor Kevin Spacey's House of Cards testimony, seeking over $100 million.
The losses followed Spacey's 2017 sexual misconduct accusations, triggering rewrites and reshoots.
Spacey disputed the sex-addiction claim and said he was available to work.
A jury ruled Spacey's condition did not excuse his absence, leaving MRC responsible for costs.
Despite setback, Spacey has settled other allegations and is returning to work.