The Reluctant Royal

Shifting from high gear to high class.

2025 • 84 min • TV Movie · Comedy · Romance

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Synopsis

Philly mechanic Johnny is surprised to learn that his long-lost father is a duke. But the duke isn’t quite what he expected, nor are his growing feelings for the duke’s advisor Prudence.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

27 reviews

69 Audience · 27 · 100%

Philly mechanic Johnny discovers his long-lost father is a duke, leading him into an unexpected royal world. He soon finds himself navigating new family dynamics and developing feelings for the duke's advisor, Prudence. It’s a lighthearted tale of love and finding your place.

Violence & peril: 0/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 0/10

Heads up

Very mild alcohol consumption is shown at social events.

What it models well

Family connections
Authenticity
Cross-cultural understanding

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