Red, White and Royal Blue, a LGBTQ+ novel by Casey McQuiston, has enjoyed infectious popularity that led to its transformation into a movie. The film is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video from August 11. The romantic comedy depicts a simmering feud-turned-love story between Alex, the American President's son, and British Prince Henry, captivating audiences and leaving them hungry for more.
The film features Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine, brilliantly embodying the star-crossed characters, Alex and Prince Henry respectively. While romantic comedies often wrap up neatly, the craving for wanting more lingers. The story's conclusion aligns between the movie and the book: Alex and Henry find their way to each other, with Ellen's reelection and a poignant trip to Alex's childhood home. While no cliffhangers beckon, the potential for more tales is always there.
Author Casey McQuiston's debut novel turned into a blockbuster movie is indeed a triumph, but an official sequel confirmation is yet to be announced. In a 2019 interview with Hello! Magazine, McQuiston revealed, "Anything's possible." While not actively working on a sequel at the time, the author expressed keen interest in exploring more stories within the same universe, hinting at the potential continuation of Alex and Henry's journey.
As of the movie's release in August 2023, no concrete plans for a sequel have emerged. The studio's decision hinges on viewership metrics, a common factor in greenlighting sequels.
Casey McQuiston's impact extends beyond Red, White and Royal Blue. The author's subsequent novels, including One Last Stop and I Kissed Shara Wheeler, continue to demonstrate their storytelling prowess, fostering hope that another tale set within the same enchanting world might grace screens or pages in the future.
While a sequel to the beloved movie has yet to be confirmed, fans can hold onto the promise of more stories from Casey McQuiston's imagination. The first installment's magic can continue to be savored on Amazon Prime Video.
