Prince Andrew and Princess Beatrice bracing for bombshell royal series to be released
The upcoming Amazon Prime series A Very Royal Scandal is set to offer a fresh perspective on Prince Andrew’s 2019 Newsnight interview.
The three-part drama, starring Michael Sheen as the Duke of York and Ruth Wilson as Emily Maitlis, will debut on September 19.
A recently released trailer provides a tantalising glimpse into the series, which explores the lead-up to the interview, the explosive sit-down itself, and its far-reaching aftermath.
Notably, former BBC journalist Emily Maitlis serves as an executive producer, lending her unique insights to the project
The series promises to delve deep into the clash between newsroom culture and royal protocol, offering viewers an unprecedented look behind the scenes of one of the most controversial royal interviews in recent memory.
The trailer offers a glimpse into the series’ dramatic portrayal of events.
“Get me and him in a room together, and then I can do my thing,” Maitlis’s character declares. Prince Andrew, seemingly confident, proclaims, “I’m going to blow this out of the water.”
The series unfolds across three episodes. The first explores the Duke’s attempts to declare his innocence amidst the Epstein scandal.
The second focuses on the interview itself, promising unexpected twists. The final instalment examines the fallout for both the prince and Maitlis.
Sheen’s portrayal of Andrew appears to capture the royal’s ill-fated confidence. In one scene, he tells Maitlis, “I’ve been warned about you. You have a bit of a reputation.” Her witty retort: “Well, for you, I’ll try and behave.”
