Where to watch The Next Prince? Streaming details explored

The Next Prince is a 2025 Thai romance drama television series that is based on the book series The Next Prince (Kaamfah Kiang Tur), written by Ceo ft. Ennice. Directed by Aoftionz Kittipat Champa and Panuwat Inthawat, the screenplay of the series was penned by Wanna Kortanyawat, Thidaporn Pruksamasvong, Duangporn Jearnsutamporn, and consultant Amornphorn Phaendinthong. It premiered on May 3, 2025, on One 31 in Thailand and is accessible in the United States via the streaming platform iQIYI. 

The narrative centers on Khanin Assavadevathin (Chawarin Perdpiriyawong), a young man reared in London who unexpectedly learns he is heir to the throne of the fictional country of Emmaly. His childhood protector, royal guard Charan Phithakthewa (Pruk Panich), accompanies him back to the royal selection event. Khanin and Charan's relationship develops from duty into a profound emotional bond amidst severe political drama and long-standing secrets, as Khanin negotiates palace intrigue, lethal assassination attempts, and familial betrayal.

The Next Prince movie was filmed in Thailand and the UK, including Chatuchak Market in Bangkok, the European-style Mövenpick Resort Khao Yai, La Chapel Bangkok, Finsbury Square in London, Carlton Towers in Yorkshire, and the perimeters of Heathrow airport. These locations captured the aesthetics of Southeast Asia and the fictional world of the royals.

Where to stream The Next Prince 

The Next Prince is available to watch in the United States via iQIYI International, which offers the entire 14-episode series with English subtitles.

One of two VIP subscription options available to American viewers in the iQIYI US region is the Standard VIP Monthly Plan, which allows simultaneous streaming at 1080p resolution and simultaneous streaming on multiple devices, has its prices ranging from $6.99 to $8.99/month, depending on promotions. 

The second is the Premium VIP Monthly Plan, which costs between $9.99 and $11.99 per month in the US and includes more device limits and less advertisements. A seven-day free trial is also available to new customers, giving them instant access to recently published episodes.

The iQIYI free tier is also accessible, although episodes are frequently issued at a lesser resolution (720p) with advertisements and poor subtitle quality after a 72-hour delay. 

Exploring the plot of The Next Prince 

In The Next Prince, the peaceful kingdom of Emmaly is governed by a royal tradition: each of its feudal houses must send an heir to compete in a tournament to determine the next monarch. When the elderly King's health deteriorates, his guardian, Charan Phithakthewa, immediately calls the king’s grandson Khanin Assavadevathin, who is residing in London without knowing his heritage. Charan has two goals: to securely transport Khanin to Emmaly and to get him ready for the impending chess-like tournament.

Khanin is initially aloof and uninterested in royal politics, but as he starts palace training, negotiates court intricacies, and develops an unexpected emotional link with Charan, his life drastically changes. Meanwhile, political unrest is sparked by assassination attempts and schemes by opposing heirs. Fencing turns into a conflict, both literally and figuratively, and Khanin's physical ability becomes essential to his credibility.

The emotional stakes of the national competition are raised as Khanin and Charan's connection develops over the event, moving beyond guardianship into romantic territory. The series skillfully blends political conflict with personal development, layered with royal drama, hesitant leadership, and gentle BL romance. 

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