The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved film 'Red, White & Royal Blue' is set to grace screens once again on Prime Video. The original movie, based on the best-selling novel by Case McQuiston, follows the romantic journey of Alex Claremont-Diaz and Prince Henry George Edward James Hanover-Stuart Fox, portrayed by Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez, respectively.
Following its release in August 2023, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' quickly became a fan favorite, dominating Prime Video's global charts for three consecutive weeks and attracting a surge of new subscribers to the platform. Critics lauded the film for its stellar cast performances and the undeniable chemistry between the lead characters.
The announcement of the sequel came after a screening at the Culver Theater, where the cast and filmmakers shared the exciting news with fans. The sequel's plot details and the return of the original cast members, including Clifton Collins Jr., Sarah Shahi, Rachel Hilson, Stephen Fry, and Uma Thurman, remain undisclosed.
The sequel will see the return of director Matthew López, who will co-write the script with McQuiston. The production team, including Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Michael McGrath, and López, is set to bring the next chapter of the story to life.
Fans were delighted by a playful teaser shared by Amazon MGM Studios, hinting at the upcoming sequel with a cake adorned with flags of the United Kingdom and the United States. The teaser sparked excitement among fans, with many expressing their anticipation for the continuation of the love story.
In a recent interview, Taylor Zakhar Perez hinted at the possibility of a trilogy for 'Red, White & Royal Blue,' envisioning the series as a groundbreaking representation of queer romance for young audiences. The film's success was further recognized at the GLAAD Media Awards, where it won the Queer Fan Favorite award.
While details about the sequel's release date are yet to be revealed, López emphasized the importance of crafting the next installment with the same care and thoughtfulness as the original. As anticipation builds for the sequel, fans eagerly await to see what lies ahead for Alex and Henry in this beloved love story.
