Today, Prime Video released first-look images for A Very Royal Scandal, which will premiere on 19 September exclusively on Prime Video in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The captivating retelling, featuring Michael Sheen (Good Omens, Prodigal Son Masters of Sex) as Prince Andrew and Ruth Wilson (Luther, The Affair, Jane Eyre) as Emily Maitlis, demonstrates the power of journalism through a pivotal moment in British history.
One night. One hour. One interview that sent shockwaves around the globe. Based on the real-life 2019 interview between Emily Maitlis and Prince Andrew over the scandalous accusations he faced regarding his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre. A Very Royal Scandal follows the action of Maitlis and Prince Andrew in the lead-up to the interview, the ground-breaking event itself and the many questions left in its wake that would change their lives forever.
Along with Sheen and Wilson, the series will star Joanna Scanlan (After Love, Notes on a Scandal) as Amanda Thirsk, Alex Jennings (Your Christmas or Mine?) as Sir Edward Young, Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) as Stewart Maclean and Claire Rushbrook (Secrets & Lies) as Sarah Ferguson.
The series was directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Jeremy Brock. It was produced by Blueprint Television for Amazon MGM Studios, and distributed worldwide by Sony Pictures Television. Karen Thrussell, Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin, Diarmuid McKeown, Jeremy Brock, Jarrold, and Maitlis herself serve as executive producers. Josh Hyams serves as a producer on the series.
EPISODE DESCRIPTIONS
EPISODE 1:
Prince Andrew attempts to declare his innocence as he finds himself at the centre of an international scandal that not only threatens his own position, but the British monarchy itself. The revered Newsnight presenter, Emily Maitlis, acts upon the news and does everything within her power to secure an interview with Prince Andrew to uncover the story.
EPISODE 2
Various obstacles stand in the way of the Newsnight interview going ahead. After much anticipation, Emily Maitlis’ infamous interview with Prince Andrew commences. But the meeting takes various twists and turns that neither Emily, nor the Newsnight team, could have expected.
EPISODE 3:
The interview sends shockwaves around the entire world. Prince Andrew is left to navigate the fallout for himself, his family, and the Royal firm. Meanwhile, Emily considers her reputation and the future of her career as the pandemic hits and a huge decision looms.
