A former production assistant on Amazon’s upcoming comic book crime drama “Criminal” has filed a lawsuit against the showrunner and studios involved, alleging a hostile work environment that included racial and sexual harassment. The production assistant, Ijaaz Noohu, is seeking unspecified damages from showrunner Ed Brubaker, Amazon MGM Studios, and Big Indie Pictures, citing religious discrimination and other forms of mistreatment. The lawsuit, filed in a California court, claims that Noohu endured a work environment that was not only unwelcoming but actively harmful, with harassment that allegedly continued despite his attempts to report the behavior. Noohu, who worked on the set of “Criminal” during its production, alleges that he was subjected to repeated racial slurs and sexually inappropriate comments by Brubaker and others on the set. He also claims that his religious practices were mocked and that he faced retaliation after speaking out about the conditions. The lawsuit states that the harassment created a toxic atmosphere, making it difficult for him to perform his job and ultimately leading to his departure from the production. The showrunner, Ed Brubaker, is a well-known comic book writer and former Marvel employee, best known for his work on titles like “Captain America” and “Daredevil.” He has previously been involved in creating and producing several successful television series. Amazon MGM Studios, which is part of Amazon Prime Video, produces a wide range of content, including original series and films. The company has faced scrutiny in the past over workplace conditions, though it has consistently denied wrongdoing in previous cases. The lawsuit adds to growing concerns about workplace culture in the entertainment industry, where allegations of harassment and discrimination have become more frequent in recent years. Amazon has not yet responded to the lawsuit, and the case is expected to be closely watched by both industry insiders and the public. The outcome could influence how such issues are handled in the future, particularly within major studios and production companies.