The Royals: Season 1

Season overview

The Royals is an American primetime television drama soap opera that premiered on E! on March 15, 2015. Created by Mark Schwahn and starring Elizabeth Hurley, the series serves as the network's first scripted production. Set in modern-day London, the narrative focuses on the lives of a fictional British Royal family. The characters inhabit a world defined by opulence and regal tradition, where the family members have access to any and every desire. However, this lifestyle is balanced against the significant costs of duty, destiny, and intense public scrutiny. The central premise of the first season involves Prince Liam, who is thrust into the global spotlight following the death of his older brother. This tragic event changes the line of succession, placing Liam next in line to the throne. The series explores the internal and external pressures faced by the family as they navigate their high-profile existence under constant observation. By examining the intersection of personal desire and the requirements of the crown, the show depicts the anarchy that can occur within the monarchy when personal lives collide with the heavy expectations of their royal status.