Red, White & Royal Wedding officially announced - All you need to know about the sequel to Nicholas Galitzine & Taylor Zakhar's film

Red, White & Royal Blue is a popular romance drama starring Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine. Now, Prime Video has announced a sequel to the 2023 film.

Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine in Red, White & Royal Blue

Red, White & Royal Blue is a romantic drama film that follows the story of Alex Claremont-Diaz, the First Son of the United States, and his secret romance with Prince Henry of Britain. The plot centres on their hidden relationship while they face challenges in navigating their high-profile lives, public scrutiny, and personal desires. The 2023 film received a lot of love from fans. Following the love and success, Prime Video (subscribers of OTTplay Premium will also be able to watch the show with a top-up) has announced the sequel to the film, and it is titled Red, White & Royal Wedding.

All you need to know about Red, White & Royal Wedding

Prime Video announced that Red, White & Royal Blue is officially getting a sequel. Revealing the title, Red, White & Royal Wedding, the makers also shared a short teaser.

The sequel will continue the story of Alex Claremont-Diaz, the First Son of the U.S. President, and Prince Henry of England. While the plot is being kept under wraps, fans speculate it will follow the royal wedding of Alex and Henry, who went from rivals to lovers. The film will star Taylor Zakhar Perez as Alex and Nicholas Galitzine as Henry, who are reprising their roles.

5-time Emmy-nominated Jamie Babbit is directing the sequel from a script by Gemma Burgess, Matthew López, and Red, White & Royal Blue author Casey McQuiston.

Fans react to Red, White & Royal Wedding announcement

Prime Video shared a teaser of the sequel, which showcases the royal set-up, a big cake, and beverages. Reacting to the announcement, fans flooded the comments section with excitement.

One fan said, "YaEsss YASSS, WAKE UP AND THE FIRST THING IS THIS.....YASSSSSS FINALLY." Another said, "LET THEM BE HAPPY THATS ALL I ASK YOUUUUUUUUUUUU."

"Hey so this is the biggest moment of the YEAR," said another. "I THOUGHT IT WAS FAKE UNTIL I SEARCHED IT UP IT'S REALLY HAPPENING!! I'M EXCITEDDDD," read another comment.

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Director Matthew López on Red, White & Royal Wedding

Matthew López said in a statement, “I’m excited we get to continue telling Alex and Henry’s story with Red, White & Royal Wedding. It’s been a blast to dream up the next chapter of their story as a producer and co-writer and I’m delighted to be passing the directing baton to Jamie, whose vision and sense of humor will be a perfect match for our film.”

Writer Casey McQuiston said that working with this team to bring Red, White & Royal Blue to life has been a dream come true, and she hopes readers and watchers alike will love how the story continues in the sequel.

"I’m so grateful to Matthew for all his hard work on the first movie and in co-creating this new story with me, and I know that Jamie has the vision, wit, and tenderness to take great care of Alex and Henry from here," she added.

Rdd, White & Royal Blue story

Red, White & Royal Blue is a story about Alex Claremont-Diaz, the First Son of the United States, and his secret romance with Prince Henry of Britain. After an open rivalry threatens international relations, they are forced to forge a fake friendship, which unexpectedly develops into a deeper, romantic relationship.

The story centres on their secret relationship amidst Alex's mother's presidential reelection campaign, and the challenges they face in their high-profile lives, public scrutiny, and personal aspirations. The film explores themes of love, duty, sexuality, public relations, and the contrast between monarchy and democracy.

FAQs

Q: Is Red, White, and Royal Blue a hit or flop?

A: Red, White & Royal Blue was a significant hit, with Prime Video reporting it as a #1 movie and among their top three most-watched romantic comedies ever.

Q: Is there any sequel to Red, White, and Royal Blue?

A: Yes. Prime Video has announced a sequel, titled Red, White, and Royal Wedding.

Q: Will Nicholas Galitzine & Taylor Zakhar return to Red, White, and Royal Wedding?

A: Nicholas Galitzine & Taylor Zakhar will reprise their roles in Red, White, and Royal Wedding.

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