Meet the cast of A Very Royal Scandal

As I delve deeper into the captivating world of these talented individuals, I can’t help but marvel at their diverse journeys that have led them to grace our screens with their exceptional performances.

In the drama series “A Very Royal Scandal”, previously this year roles were played by Gillian Anderson as Emily Maitlis and Rufus Sewell as Prince Andrew, following their performances in “Scoop”. Now, it’s Ruth Wilson and Michael Sheen who will bring to life the true-life characters.

Much like the Netflix movie, the Amazon Prime series reenacts the significant occurrences following the Newsnight interview between Maitlis and Prince Andrew in 2019, culminating in his stepping down from his public roles in May 2020.

As a cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that in this upcoming three-part series, I find myself alongside Wilson and Sheen, with Joanna Scanlan gracefully stepping into the shoes of Amanda Thirsk, a role previously embodied by Keeley Hawes. The ensemble is further enriched by the talents of Alex Jennings and Éanna Hardwicke.

Read on for everything you need to know about the central cast of A Very Royal Scandal.

Who’s in the cast of A Very Royal Scandal?

Here’s the primary cast for “A Very Royal Scandal,” now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. (Paraphrased)

Read on to find out more about the cast and characters.

Ruth Wilson as Emily Maitlis
Michael Sheen as Prince Andrew
Joanna Scanlan as Amanda Thirsk
Alex Jennings as Sir Edward Young
Éanna Hardwicke as Stewart Maclean
Lydia Leonard as Esme Wren
Honor Swinton Byrne as Princess Beatrice
Sofia Oxenham as Princess Eugenie
Claire Rushbrook as Sarah Ferguson
Clare Calbraith as Sam McAlister

Ruth Wilson plays Emily Maitlis

Emily Maitlis is a well-known journalist and documentary maker, who previously served as the main presenter for BBC’s Newsnight program until late 2021. Alongside colleagues Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall, she co-hosts a daily podcast called The News Agents that has won several awards.

Have I encountered Ruth Wilson in any of her popular roles before? For instance, she’s been in Luther, The Affair, Mrs. Wilson, His Dark Materials, and The Woman in the Wall, as well as movies like Dark River and See How They Run.

Michael Sheen plays Prince Andrew

What is Prince Andrew known as? He is the Duke of York, born to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, and is the younger sibling of the current King Charles III, belonging to the esteemed British royal family.

Have I encountered Michael Sheen on the silver screen before? Indeed, his face is familiar from portraying real-life personalities in shows like Quiz, Frost/Nixon, The Queen, and Vardy v Rooney. Additionally, he’s graced our screens in ensembles such as Midnight in Paris, The Good Fight, Masters of Sex, The Sandman, Good Omens, Staged, Best Interests, The Way, and Last Train to Christmas.

Joanna Scanlan plays Amanda Thirsk

What is Amanda Thirsk known as? She served as the personal assistant to Prince Andrew from 2012 until 2020.

Have I encountered Joanna Scanlan in any other productions?

Alex Jennings plays Sir Edward Young

Who is the individual referred to as Sir Edward Young? He served as the private secretary to the monarch from the year 2017 until 2023, working first for Queen Elizabeth II and later for King Charles III.

Have I encountered Alex Jennings somewhere else in my television or movie viewing experience?

Éanna Hardwicke plays Stewart Maclean

What is known about Stewart Maclean is that he served as the deputy editor for Newsnight from 2018 to 2022, and later held the position of editor until October 2023.

As I reflect on the vast array of cinematic performances I’ve encountered, I find myself wondering where I’ve previously seen Éanna Hardwicke. This talented actor has graced our screens in various captivating roles. He’s made a significant impact as part of the ensemble cast in The Sixth Commandment. Additionally, his acting skills have been showcased in other noteworthy productions such as Normal People, Smother, Fate: The Winx Saga, and The Doll Factory.

Lydia Leonard plays Esme Wren

What is known about Esme Wren? She served as the editor of Newsnight from 2018 to 2022.

Have I encountered Lydia Leonard in any previous productions?

Honor Swinton Byrne plays Princess Beatrice

What is known about Princess Beatrice is that she is the firstborn child of Prince Andrew and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.

Have I encountered Honor Swinton Byrne in any other productions or appearances before?

Sofia Oxenham plays Princess Eugenie

I am Princess Eugenie, the younger child born to Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson.

Have I encountered Sofia Oxenham in any other shows or productions before?

Claire Rushbrook plays Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York

I’m a fan who’s curious to learn more about Sarah Ferguson, also known as the Duchess of York. She was once married to Prince Andrew, and together they have two daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie. Their marriage took place in 1986, but they separated in 1992 and eventually divorced in 1996.

Have I encountered Claire Rushbrook in a TV show or movie before?

Clare Calbraith as Sam McAlister

What is Sam McAlister’s identity? Sam McAlister is a renowned former TV producer and writer, previously associated with Newsnight for a span of ten years. She gained fame by securing the interview with Prince Andrew and later penned an autobiographical book titled Scoops: A Peek Behind the BBC’s Most Controversial Interviews. This year, this book was adapted into the Netflix film Scoop.

Have I ever encountered Clare Calbraith in a TV series or show before?

2024-09-19 10:36