Uma Thurman, Sarah Shahi Lead Return in ‘Red, White & Royal Wedding’
Filming has commenced for the highly anticipated sequel, “Red, White & Royal Wedding,” which features a star-studded cast. Uma Thurman and Sarah Shahi are returning, along with Rachel Hilson, Ellie Bamber, and Clifton Collins Jr. This sequel is based on the successful 2023 rom-com “Red, White & Royal Blue,” produced by Amazon MGM Studios.
Cast and Characters
The film continues the love story of Prince Henry and Alex Claremont-Diaz. Nicholas Galitzine reprises his role as Prince Henry, third in line to the British throne, while Taylor Zakhar Perez returns as Alex, the U.S. First Son. Their relationship begins in rivalry and evolves into a romance complicated by public scrutiny.
- Uma Thurman: U.S. President Ellen Claremont
- Clifton Collins Jr.: Congressman Oscar Diaz, Ellen’s husband
- Sarah Shahi: Zahra Bankston, deputy chief of staff
- Rachel Hilson: Nora Halleran, Alex’s best friend and vice president’s granddaughter
- Ellie Bamber: Princess Beatrice, Henry’s sister
Returning and New Faces
In addition to the main cast, several actors are returning. Stephen Fry portrays King James III, Prince Henry’s grandfather, while Thomas Flynn plays Prince Philip, Henry’s older brother. Aneesh Sheth and Malcolm Atobrah also reprise their roles as Amy, a secret service agent, and Percy, Henry’s best friend, respectively.
New cast members include Henry Ashton and Alex Høgh Andersen, further enriching the ensemble.
Production Team
Jamie Babbit directs the sequel, with a screenplay co-written by Gemma Burgess, Matthew López, and Casey McQuiston, who authored the source material. Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter, along with Michael McGrath, are producing the film under Berlanti Schechter Films. Jennifer Salke from Sullivan Street Productions also joins as a producer, with McQuiston and Michael Constable set as executive producers.
Plot Details
Specific details regarding the plot remain undisclosed, though anticipation for the wedding central to the story is building. Galitzine and Zakhar Perez have confirmed on social media that the wedding between Alex and Henry is not on the immediate horizon within the film’s timeline.
“Red, White & Royal Wedding” promises to be an exciting follow-up, blending romance with the complexities of public life as the characters navigate love in the international spotlight.
