WATCH: Can love conquer sex tape leaks, rivalries, and the monarchy in the final season of ‘Young Royals’?
Young Royals.The Swedish drama first premiered in summer of 2021 and was an immediate global hit—another crown jewel for the streamer that’s become a destination for LGBTQ+ teen stories from around the world, from the sweet (Heartstopper) to the saucy (Elite).Young Royals‘ success made stars of its leads, Edvin Ryding and Omar Rudberg.
Ryding had more or less grown up on screen (and even provided the Swedish dubbed voice for English films like Paddington and Onward), but this was a new kind of role for him.
And while Rudberg had previously made a name for himself as a recording artist, the series was his first official acting gig, believe it or not.Subscribe to our daily newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.Together, their palpable chemistry and authentic performances have been the heart of Young Royals—making it hard to resist the love story of Prince Wilhelm (Ryding) and his private schhahaool classmate Simon (Rudberg)—and a big part of why the show has such a devoted fan base from the jump.Less than three years later, the series is gearing up for its final farewell.
But will this royal romance get its fairytale happy ending, or will its conclusion be more bittersweet?There’s definitely much to be resolved, as season two ended with some big decisions and revelations that have left things hanging in the balance.
