Hollywood sex scandal grows as three major movie makers to be implicated following Harvey Weinstein revelations

The fallout from the Harvey Weinstein sex scandal continues as up to three movie makers, involved in some of the biggest blockbuster films of the past decade, are set to be implicated in sexual assault and harassment claims.

Several major players in the film industry have contacted lawyers over fears their names will be made public as allegations against the film mogul mount.

Some actresses are considering breaking confidentiality agreements, signed for big financial payoffs, to reveal Weinstein is not alone.

On top of that, several up-and-coming gay actors have spoken to lawyers about studio executives who offer “lay for pay” deals – sex in return for the promise of a future role.

An insider said: “Harvey’s mis­demeanours are just the tip of the iceberg. This could be the first of many Hollywood scandals