Following the premiere of “Red, White & Royal Blue” on Amazon Prime, curiosity is mounting about the prospect of a sequel. Although the movie is adapted from the novel of the same title, which lacks a sequel thus far, the potential for more adventures set in the same world is generating excitement. The narrative of “Red, White & Royal Blue” has illuminated the landscape of queer romances, providing vital representation in both new adult fiction and romantic comedies.
Upon its release in 2019, Casey McQuiston’s “Red, White & Royal Blue” quickly gained popularity on BookTok, with reviews, discussions, and readings of the book spreading virally on TikTok. Amazon Prime securing the screen rights wasn’t entirely unexpected, but the swift development of the film surprised many. The story’s appeal, which follows the son of the first female President of the United States as he falls for a British royal prince, has sparked discussions of a potential sequel.
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Though official news of “Red, White & Royal Blue 2” is absent at the moment, this doesn’t discount the possibility. Director Matthew Lopez expressed his interest in working on a follow-up movie or a spinoff with the original cast, provided everyone is on board. Lopez stated:
“Even if Casey [McQuiston] never wrote a book, I would if there was demand for it. And if Casey and Taylor [Zahkar Perez] and Nick [Galitzine] wanna work on it, then who am I to say no?”
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Author Casey McQuiston also remains open to the idea of a sequel. While speaking with HELLO! in 2019, McQuiston disclosed having numerous story ideas set in the same world, hinting at the possibility of revisiting Alex and Henry in the future:
“Anything’s possible. I will say that I have plenty of ideas for stories set in this world and would love a chance to explore one of them some day. I would be surprised if you’ve seen the last of Alex and Henry.”
Given the mutual interest of both the writer and director in pursuing a sequel, it appears likely that Amazon will eventually share news about “Red, White & Royal Blue 2.”
However, confirmation of “Red, White & Royal Blue 2” by Amazon Prime is still pending. Unlike other adaptations, there aren’t additional novels featuring the same characters, making it necessary to develop a new storyline. If a sequel progresses, the release date might be delayed due to ongoing strikes by the Writer’s Guild and Screen Actor’s Guild, focusing on fair compensation and regulations related to Artificial Intelligence in the creative process.
Should Amazon Prime move forward with a sequel, it’s probable that most of the original cast, including Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine, will reprise their roles. The chemistry between Alex and Henry plays a pivotal role, making their return essential. The participation of Uma Thurman, Stephen Fry, and other cast members would also be expected, depending on the setting and timeline of the sequel. While “Red, White & Royal Blue 2” remains unconfirmed, the potential for further exploration of the characters’ lives continues to tantalize fans.
