A Very Royal Scandal(2024)

The interview that shocked the world.

A Very Royal Scandal is a drama series following Emily Maitlis, a Newsnight journalist navigating her career ambitions and personal life. The story builds toward her landmark 2019 interview with Prince Andrew, in which the royal attempted to address his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The encounter became one of the most watched and discussed television moments in recent British history, ultimately reshaping the public narrative around the royal family. The series examines the pressures, ethical complexities, and human stakes behind one of journalism's most significant recent interviews, blending professional ambition with the weight of uncovering uncomfortable truths at the highest levels of society.