Amazon's 'A Very Royal Scandal' Revisits Prince Andrew's Infamous Newsnight Interview
The new series, starring Michael Sheen and Ruth Wilson, delves into the events leading up to and following the controversial 2019 interview.
- Michael Sheen portrays Prince Andrew, while Ruth Wilson takes on the role of journalist Emily Maitlis in the three-part Amazon Prime series.
- The series explores the dynamics within the royal family, including Andrew's relationships with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie.
- A key focus is the notorious Newsnight interview, where Andrew discussed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein and made widely mocked claims about his inability to sweat.
- The series contrasts with Netflix's 'Scoop,' offering a more in-depth look at the aftermath of the interview and including scenes of Andrew requesting additional segments to be recorded.
- Emily Maitlis, who served as an executive producer, provides insights into the challenges she faced, including dealing with a longtime stalker and accusations of journalistic bias.
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