Who destroyed Banksy? Meet Christopher Walken

“The Outlaws” Finale: Christopher Walken and the Destruction of a Banksy Masterpiece

In a surprising turn of events, Hollywood actor Christopher Walken found himself at the center of controversy when he destroyed a Banksy artwork in the final episode of the BBC series “The Outlaws,” which aired on November 10, 2021.

The Setup: Banksy in “The Outlaws”

“The Outlaws,” a BBC series, featured an original Banksy artwork as part of its storyline. The artwork, a rat holding a can of spray paint with the signature “Banksy” above it, became a focal point in the narrative.

The inclusion of Banksy’s work added an extra layer of intrigue and artistic depth to the series.

Christopher Walken’s Character, Frank

Christopher Walken played the character Frank in “The Outlaws.”

In the final episode, Frank is depicted completing his community service, tasked with painting over graffiti in the community. During this process, he stumbles upon the Banksy artwork, sparking a moral dilemma.

The Dilemma and Destruction

Upon discovering the Banksy piece, Frank grapples with a moral decision. Seeking guidance, he questions his probation officer about whether he should paint over the graffiti, to which she explains that all graffiti must be painted over.

The episode concludes with Walken’s character making the fateful decision to paint over the Banksy artwork, ultimately destroying it in the process.

Confirmation from the Production Company

The authenticity of the Banksy artwork featured in the series was confirmed by the production company behind “The Outlaws.”

It was indeed a genuine Banksy creation, and Christopher Walken, in the course of filming, painted over the artwork as part of the storyline.