
Red, White & Royal Blue
dir. Matthew López
67
7 sourcesSynopsis
After an altercation between Alex, the president's son, and Britain's Prince Henry at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, their long-running feud now threatens to drive a wedge in U.S./British relations. When the rivals are forced into a staged truce, their icy relationship begins to thaw and the friction between them sparks something deeper than they ever expected.
Critics consensus
Amusing and endearing, Red, White & Royal Blue is a cheerfully formulaic rom-com that embraces inclusion without falling back on stereotypes.
Audience consensus
A sweet, funny rom-com with a pair of charming stars, Red, White & Royal Blue will leave you pining for a sequel as soon as the credits start to roll.
What resonated with audiences
'Red, White & Royal Blue' offers strong lead chemistry, charming romance, and beautiful visuals, praised for its inclusivity and LGBTQ+ representation. However, critics note pacing issues, rushed development, and deviations from the book. Some find the adaptation successful, while others feel it lacks depth and emotional resonance. Debates arise over its faithfulness to the source material, marking it as entertaining yet improvable.

Directed byMatthew López
StarringTaylor Zakhar Perez, Nicholas Galitzine, Uma Thurman, Clifton Collins Jr., Rachel Hilson, Sarah Shahi
Written byTed Malawer, Matthew López
CinematographyStephen Goldblatt
EditingNick Moore
MusicDrum & Lace
Red, White & Royal Blue
2023 · R · 1h 58m
Comedy, Romance
After an altercation between Alex, the president's son, and Britain's Prince Henry at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, their long-running feud now threatens to drive a wedge in U.S./British relations. When the rivals are forced into a staged truce, their icy relationship begins to thaw and the friction between them sparks something deeper than they ever expected.
Our Verdict
67
What resonated with audiences
'Red, White & Royal Blue' offers strong lead chemistry, charming romance, and beautiful visuals, praised for its inclusivity and LGBTQ+ representation. However, critics note pacing issues, rushed development, and deviations from the book. Some find the adaptation successful, while others feel it lacks depth and emotional resonance. Debates arise over its faithfulness to the source material, marking it as entertaining yet improvable.
Critics Consensus
Amusing and endearing, Red, White & Royal Blue is a cheerfully formulaic rom-com that embraces inclusion without falling back on stereotypes.
Audience Consensus
A sweet, funny rom-com with a pair of charming stars, Red, White & Royal Blue will leave you pining for a sequel as soon as the credits start to roll.
