Michael Sheen and Ruth Wilson Star in 'A Very Royal Scandal' on Prince Andrew's Infamous Interview
The Prime Video miniseries revisits the 2019 BBC Newsnight interview that led to the Duke of York's public downfall.
- Michael Sheen portrays Prince Andrew and Ruth Wilson plays journalist Emily Maitlis in the three-part series.
- The miniseries, premiering September 19, dramatizes the disastrous 2019 interview where Prince Andrew addressed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Prince Andrew's bizarre claims during the interview, including his alibi of being at a Pizza Express, are central to the story.
- The show explores the broader implications of the interview, including its impact on the monarchy and media accountability.
- Ruth Wilson and Michael Sheen prepared extensively for their roles, with Wilson meeting the real Maitlis and Sheen focusing on the character's perceived entitlement.