The Student Prince Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Student Prince.
The Student Prince Ending Explained: The Queen's youngest son is off to university, mainly because "I'm hopeless at anything else". Directed by Simon Curtis, this 1998 comedy film stars Robson Green (Barry Grimes), alongside Rupert Penry-Jones as The Prince, Tara Fitzgerald as Grace, Graeme Garden as The Master. Rated 5.3/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of The Student Prince?
The Queen's youngest son is off to university, mainly because "I'm hopeless at anything else". Barry, his new bodyguard, has no time for the royal family and left school at fifteen. He certainly didn't volunteer for this job, and is damned if he's going to enjoy it. Yet he can't help liking the hopelessly unworldly young prince, at least, until they both set their eyes on the new American student!
Simon Curtis's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Robson Green (Barry Grimes)'s journey. Barry, his new bodyguard, has no time for the royal family and left school at fifteen.
How Does Robson Green (Barry Grimes)'s Story End?
- Robson Green: Robson Green's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Rupert Penry-Jones (The Prince): Rupert Penry-Jones's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Tara Fitzgerald (Grace): Tara Fitzgerald's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Student Prince Mean?
The ending of The Student Prince brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Robson Green's story may not satisfy all audiences.