The Windsors: Everything you need to know about the Royal Wedding parody

Channel 4 boasts a one-off special to celebrate the occasion
Safeeyah Kazi15 May 2018

As the world gears up for the royal spectacle, Channel 4 is launching a one-off satire special of The Windsors, centred around Prince Harry’s upcoming wedding to Meghan Markle.

The satirical comedy will address the storm around Ms Markle’s history as a Hollywood actress. It also pokes fun at President Trump, portraying him as “erratic.”

Meanwhile Pippa Middleton is shown brewing plans to sabotage the wedding, while sister Kate and Prince William are struggling to prepare for baby number three.

Here’s everything you need to know about the royal special.

Cast: Prince Harry (Richard Goulding), Charlies (Harry Enfield) and Wills (Hugh Skinner) (Channel 4 )
Channel 4

What’s it about?

The upcoming episode sees Prince Harry preparing to tie the knot with Meghan Markle by planning his stag do in America, while his bride-to-be is hopeful he doesn’t land himself in any trouble.

Prince Charles also heads to the US to meet Markle’s “down-to-earth all-American mum”, while Princess Beatrice faces the taxing task of securing a plus-one to the monumental occasion.

Head of comedy at Channel 4, Fiona McDermott, said: “I am thrilled to have The Windsors back on Channel 4 for a royal wedding special and can’t wait to see what Meghan’s dress looks like, if Fergie is invited and most importantly what fascinators Beatrice and Eugenie will be wearing!”

Who stars?

Ripper Street actor Richard Goulding stars as Prince Harry alongside St Trinian’s actress Kathryn Drysdale as Ms Markle.

Prince Charles is portrayed by comedian Harry Enfield and actress Ellie White takes on the role of Princess Beatrice.

Other actors included in the line-up are Hugh Skinner, Louise Ford and Celeste Dring.

When is it on?

The special airs Tuesday night at 9pm on Channel 4

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Royal Wedding Preparations

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