Move Over, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' — There's a New Prince in Town
Just when you thought you'd exhausted every queer romance on streaming, the internet has unearthed a new gem to obsess over. Meet The Prince’s First Love, a bite-sized series that has exploded on social media, serving up a classic enemies-to-lovers fairytale with a royal twist.
The show, created for the mobile streaming app ReelShort, follows the classic rom-com formula we can't get enough of. It centers on Lucas and the dashing Prince Nicholas, two high school rivals who, through a twist of fate, are forced to become friends. As they spend more time together, their initial animosity blossoms into undeniable chemistry, leaving the young prince torn between his royal obligations and his heart.
Why Is Everyone Suddenly Obsessed?
The series skyrocketed to viral fame after a post on X (formerly Twitter) declared, "Oh heated rivalry’s got some competition," quickly racking up over a million views. The comparison is apt; the internet is drawing parallels between The Prince's First Love and other beloved queer romances like the steamy hockey series Heated Rivalry and, of course, the blockbuster royal romance Red, White & Royal Blue.
It seems the queer community has an insatiable appetite for watching men fall in love, whether they're on an ice rink or in a castle. As one user commented, "What in the red white and royal blue... twinks?" The low-budget charm combined with a heartfelt story has clearly struck a chord.
Your New Addiction: The 90-Second Episode
Forget committing to hour-long episodes. The Prince's First Love is designed for our modern attention spans. The entire series is broken down into 72 micro-episodes, some as short as 90 seconds, making it dangerously easy to binge. This innovative format, hosted on the ReelShort app, feels like a TikTok series with a complete, addictive narrative arc.
A Hint of Spice (and Pup Play?)
While the show maintains a sweeter, more rom-com feel compared to the explicit scenes in Heated Rivalry, it doesn't shy away from teasing a little spice. The trailer features a dream sequence where Prince Nicholas is holding Lucas on a dog leash as they gaze longingly at each other. It's a playful nod to kink culture that has fans buzzing and confirms that the pup-playaissance is alive and well!
How to Watch in the Netherlands
Ready to dive into the drama? You can stream the first few episodes for free on the ReelShort website, but to watch all 72 installments, you'll need to download the app. The ReelShort app is available in the Netherlands on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Get your popcorn ready for a quick, satisfying, and utterly charming binge-watch.
