Start prepping the popcorn and your emotionally fragile heart, because Red, White & Royal Blue is getting a sequel — and yes, our Alex and Henry are coming back! Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez have officially signed on to reprise their roles as the charming British prince and the First Son of the United States, respectively, and we’re already imagining all the cheeky political flirtation, dreamy glances, and steamy smooches to come.
Photo Credit: @rwrbonprimeConfirmed by none other than Casey McQuiston — the book’s original author and co-screenwriter of the film — the sequel is already in motion, with McQuiston and director Matthew López working closely on the script. And while they’re being tight-lipped on spoilers (rude, but okay), McQuiston gave us a delicious tease:
“It’s a glimpse into Alex and Henry’s life after the confetti has finished falling from the first movie, and you have to move forward together as two adults in a real, serious adult partnership.”
RELATED: WATCH: Perez and Galitzine’s Love Scene Bloopers Are Unbearably Adorable!
Okay… but will there still be shirtless lake scenes and palace hallway makeouts? Please say yes.
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With the first film, which dropped in August 2023, becoming an instant fan-favorite thanks to its rom-com charm and explosive chemistry between its leads, it’s no surprise fans were clamoring for more. And let’s be honest — a lot of that success came from the kiss count (and the quality of said kisses).
Luckily for us, Taylor Zakhar Perez has already spilled the tea on the kissing front — and yes, he thinks Nicholas is a good kisser. At the 2024 Oscars, Perez told Amelia Dimoldenburg,
“You know what, he is a good kisser. We had to practice a lot… practice makes perfect.”
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Perez even added that the duo choreographed their intimate scenes like a carefully counted dance, he told PEOPLE . And to keep things fresh (literally), Nicholas Galitzine relied on his trusty Smints. “You want to stay fresh when you’re doing these scenes. Lots of making out,” he said.
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Fans are so obsessed with their chemistry that a viral video even claims the two dated for two weeks as research for the film. While there’s no actual proof this happened (yet…), whatever pre-filming bonding they did do certainly worked — because the sparks on-screen were undeniable.
Zakhar Perez reflected on meeting Galitzine for the very first time during their initial rehearsal, sharing,
“Everyone graciously gave us space and time to chat and connect, allowing us to find our rhythm before diving into the work…” Adding, “That made this time together even more valuable, knowing we’d be spending the next three months filming and then the following year promoting the movie.”
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Beyond all the kissing (but also, thank you for all the kissing), the two leads have become icons of queer rom-com representation. The upcoming sequel promises to deepen Alex and Henry’s relationship — and explore what it’s really like to balance love, legacy, and public life.
So, will we cry? Definitely. Will we laugh? Obviously. Will we hit replay on every kiss scene until our laptops overheat? Absolutely.
Bring on the sequel. We’re ready.
REFERENCE: PEOPLE, Entertainment Weekly
This movie changed my life. So many wonderful experiences and the friends I’ve made. I can’t wait for the sequel. The chemistry Nick and Taylor have makes everything better. I can’t imagine anyone else playing these characters. There love scene is the most beautiful and realistic I’ve ever seen. ❤️🤍💙
Bring on the sequel.can’t wait to see it and what happens next to this great couple@
The film had a (much respected in the movie industry) intimacy coordinator who coordinated and choreographed all the kissing and sexuality.
Both actors have spoken humorously about this; not only the huge quality of mints consumed, but also the mechanics of the connections….”reach – two three, squeeze – two three -.kiss two three – hold it and count two three.”
Actors acting, in fact.
ah yes, a bunch of photos with their other cast mates cropped out. totally dating. get a grip.
Loved the first movie. Cannot wait for the sequel.