Stephen Merchant talking with crew
Stephen Merchant talking with crew
Cameron Diaz, Stephen Merchant Shooting The Sham

(released 4/13/2026)


Nigel is a workaholic hotel employee needing a wife for appearances. He strikes a deal with Molly, a struggling comic seeking health insurance.

SHAM stars Stephen Merchant as Nigel. Cameron Diaz plays Molly. This Comedy/Drama is a candidate for a 2027 Prime Video release.

The production is called THE SHAM and is currently filming. On Monday, April 13th, we captured the cast and crew on the Upper West Side of Manhattan filming several scenes. One scene has Nigel and Molly walking down a brownstone-lined 78th Street in conversation. Another scene has Molly rushing on a sidewalk and down a stairwell to catch the train. The art department converted the 79th Street Uptown 1 subway stop into the 51st Street Downtown 6.

Stephen Merchant, who in addition to acting in the film, is writer and directing. John Butler is also credited with writing.

Here are some photos and videos.


Stephen Merchant


Cameron Diaz


Stephen Merchant (in director chair)


79 St Station incognito


Stephen Merchant


crew readying softbox light on a dolly


Stephen Merchant


crew moving a light to one




Cameron Diaz about to enter the subway with crew and onlookers






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