Key Highlights
- Romeo Beckham makes his on-screen feature acting debut in the French queer tennis romance film Forty Love.
- The 24-year-old stars as a charismatic tennis rival opposite French actor Paul Kircher, sharing an intimate kiss scene featured in the official trailer.
- The film, featuring French cinema icons Catherine Deneuve, Guillaume Canet, and Benjamin Voisin, is scheduled to release in French theaters on 25 November 2026.
Romeo Beckham Makes Acting Debut in French Queer Romance âForty Loveâ
Romeo Beckham has officially stepped into the cinematic spotlight, appearing in the newly released trailer for his on-screen feature acting debut in Forty Love. The French queer tennis romance film stars the 24-year-old former footballer and model as a charismatic and “destabilizing” rival on the court. The second eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham stars alongside French actor Paul Kircher, who portrays emerging tennis prodigy Sacha Gallo.
The film boasts a star-studded French ensemble cast including Guillaume Canet, Benjamin Voisin, and cinema icon Catherine Deneuve. The project represents a significant artistic pivot for Beckham, whose shift toward dramatic performance follows a successful background in international athletics and high fashion.
Dramatic First Look: Tennis Rivalry and On-Screen Chemistry
The preview showcases high-stakes athletic drama intercut with an intense romantic dynamic between the lead characters. In a notable sequence, Beckham’s character alludes to a well-known remark by tennis icon Rafael Nadal, stating: âI don’t want to sound like I want to be his boyfriend,â
before the trailer transitions into an intimate kiss between Beckham and Kircher.
The romantic tension escalates through sharp, emotional dialogue on and off the court. In one confrontation, Beckham directly challenges Kircher’s character, declaring: “Itâs not my fault if youâre ******* in love with me!”
Later, against the competitive backdrop of a tennis match, Beckham delivers another pointed warning: “Sleep with your eyes open, Iâm coming for you.”
According to the official synopsis, the plot centers on internal and external conflict: âFor the first time, he faces an opponent of an entirely different nature – love.âA force as exhilarating as it is destabilizing – and far more dangerous than anything he has encountered on the court.â
Producer Hugo SĂ©lignac highlighted the production’s ambition, characterizing it as a âsensual, romantic and deeply moving romantic fable and coming-of-age storyâ
exploring the âdemands of high-level sport, and everything that lies beneath the surface⊠led by outstanding performancesâ
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Transitioning from Professional Athletics to the Runway and Screen
Beckham’s move to acting follows a decisive career departure from competitive football. In September 2024, he opted against signing a contract extension with Brentford to step away from professional sports. Since making that change, he secured representation with Parisian modeling agency Safe Management, walking runway shows and headlining international advertising campaigns for prominent luxury fashion houses including Saint Laurent, Versace, and Balenciaga. In 2026, he broadened his commercial reach by founding his own retro streetwear label, Intra.
Beckham is not the first in his family to explore screen roles; his father, David Beckham, previously ventured into acting with a guest role on Modern Family and a cameo appearance in director Guy Ritchieâs Knights of the Roundtable: King Arthur. Reflecting on his own cinematic efforts, David Beckham previously told British Vogue: âI am very aware that many sportsmen and other celebrities have turned their hand to acting and failed,â
adding, âI know it is a tough profession, where you need a huge amount of skill and discipline. I wouldnât want to push myself forward too soon, without learning more about it and doing a lot more practice.âBut what I have done so far, I have loved. I can deal with most things. I am a well-known person, so I have gotten used to criticism. It was nerve-racking delivering the lines, but it actually went really well. The thing about sport is that it gets the heart beating faster. You focus the mind in order to deliver. Acting has a similar feel.â
Why This Matters
Romeo Beckham’s casting in Forty Love marks a high-profile entry into European prestige cinema rather than conventional commercial Hollywood projects. Teaming up with respected European studio STUDIOCANAL France and acting alongside industry luminaries such as Catherine Deneuve and Guillaume Canet establishes Beckham’s intent to pursue serious dramatic work. Furthermore, the film’s sports-romance narrative highlights the growing visibility of queer storytelling within mainstream European sports cinema. With its scheduled theatrical release on 25 November 2026, the film will provide audiences and critics their first full evaluation of Beckham’s acting capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romeo Beckham’s debut movie called?
Romeo Beckham makes his acting debut in Forty Love, a French queer tennis romance feature film produced by STUDIOCANAL France.
Who else stars in ‘Forty Love’?
The film stars French actor Paul Kircher in the role of tennis prodigy Sacha Gallo, alongside veteran French screen icons Guillaume Canet, Benjamin Voisin, and Catherine Deneuve.
When will ‘Forty Love’ be released in theaters?
Forty Love is scheduled to premiere in French cinemas on 25 November 2026.
