The release date for the Red, White and Royal Blue movie is just around the corner, but before that happens, let’s have a closer look at the amazing cast who will bring this beloved story to our screens.
Based on the best-selling novel by Casey McQuiston, the R-rated gay romantic comedy follows Alex Claremont-Diaz (Taylor Zakhar Perez), the charismatic son of the US president, as he is forced into a sham friendship with the good-looking British Prince Henry (Nicholas Galitzine) after a public (but rather sweet) incident. However, it doesn’t take long for the fake friendship to develop into something more.
The movie synopsis speaks of their entanglement, writing: “Separated by an ocean, their long-running feud hasn’t really been an issue until a disastrous—and very public—altercation at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, driving a potential wedge in U.S./British relations at the worst possible time.”
But who exactly are the two charismatic leads in this modern fairytale?
Taylor Zakhar Perez, who plays Alex Claremont-Diaz, is best known for his role as Shane on HBO Max’s Minx and as Marco Valentin Pena in the two sequels of Netflix’s The Kissing Booth. Born in Chicago the actor grew up in Indiana, where he started by performing musicals in opera houses at an early age. The actor also appeared in TV shows iCarly and Scandal.
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Nicholas Galitzine, the actor taking on the role of Prince Henry Fox-Mountchristen-Windsor, who is third in line for the British throne, is best known for his role in Amazon Prime Video’s Cinderella adaptation, where he played Prince Robert. However, you might also remember him for his role in the 2016 Irish comedy-drama film Handsome Devil, where he impersonated Conor, a closeted gay rugby player.
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The movie will also feature non-other than Uma Thurman as Alex’s mom and the first female President of the US. Across the pond, Stephen Fry is taking on the role of the king of England. Actress Sarah Shahi will be Zahra Bankston, a friend of the family and Ellen’s trusted chief of staff. Rachel Hilson of Hulu’s Love, Victor is going to be Nora Holleran, Alex’s friend, and the Vice President’s granddaughter.
Aneesh Sheth will star as Alex’s bodyguard Amy. The trans actor is best known for her role in the third season of Jessica Jones.
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Actress Sarah Shahi will be Zahra Bankston, a friend of the family and Ellen’s trusted chief of staff. Rachel Hilson of Hulu’s Love, Victor is going to be Nora Holleran, Alex’s friend, and the Vice President’s granddaughter.
Ellie Bamber will play Princess Beatrice, Henry’s sister and Malcolm Atobrah will appear as Percy Okonjo, Henry’s best friend.
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Additional cast members of Red, White and Royal Blue include Clifton Collins Jr., Sharon D. Clarke, Polo Morin, Thomas Flynn, Akshay Khanna, Ahmed Elhaj, and Juan Castano.
The film will debut on Prime Video on August 11 and promises to be a perfect fit for anyone obsessed with queer romances, secret love affairs, and royal scandals.
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