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Everyone's heard of Queen Victoria.

Prince Albert of Monaco, Louis XVI.

Some monarchs find fame, for better or worse. But the history of royalty is

of hidden secrets.

Did you know that the wealthiest European monarch is actually the Prince

Liechtenstein? Or that the Crown Prince of Andorra has to share his role with

the President of France?

The King of San Pablo actually... Where is San Pablo?

San Pablo is an island off the coast of Spain.

You see that woman there? That's Queen Leticia.

She wrote several books, and she founded the island's first public library.

How cool is that?

My daddy says girls shouldn't read too much or they might get ideas.

Don't listen to him.

I graduated summa cum laude from Harvard, and I wrote my Ph .D. on San

And now I'm working my dream job, teaching and learning about one of the

fascinating places in the world.

So, read lots.

And dream big.

You can be whatever you want to be.

So, who wants to hear more secrets?

I can't believe she'd never heard of San Pablo.

Angelica, not all of us have memorized the world atlas by the age of seven.

I'm more shocked her dad's telling her not to read.

More than my dad ever said to me.

Don't give up hope there are good men out there.

I'll believe that when I see it.

Angelica, could you come to my office? It's important.

Perfect. Be right there.

Guess we won't rule out men just yet. I can make an exception for George.

Oh, you need to do more than that. You've been crushing on him since he

you. Dana, I can't ask my boss out on a date. He's the one asking you out.

To his office, but it's a start. You really think it's that?

I read in your horoscope you're going to meet your love match.

You're worse than my grandma.

George, it's the only person I know as obsessed with his job as you are.

You're made for each other.

No, I don't think it's that. I'm probably in trouble with that little

dad.

Okay, but if it is a proposal, you better make me chief bridesmaid.

Angelica, allow me to introduce the king and queen of San Pablo.

I...

I know who you are.

Your Majesty.

Your Royal Highness.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

George has been singing your praises.

Oh, well.

Perhaps I should explain. Please.

King Felipe, near in retirement.

And as is custom in San Pablo, he must abdicate the throne on his 60th birthday

in just two weeks.

As I have no children of my own, the throne was said to pass to my cousin,

she passed away last week.

With the ceremony looming, we've been forced to look a little further afield.

Many years ago, a relative of mine crossed the ocean and landed in Miami.

In doing so, he left the heir of the throne in this city with no idea of his

royal blood.

Fifty years on, we travel all the way here to let him know of his royal

That's fascinating, but what does that have to do with me?

Ramon is, how should I put this, an American boy.

His primary interests are tacos and baseball.

Welcome to Miami.

Unfortunately, the king of San Pablo requires some more...

sophisticated set of skills fine dining historical knowledge of his

heritage the ability to speak in spanish to his subjects as well as

performing a viennese waltz at his coronation ceremony george informs us

that there's only one person in miami capable of teaching all of those skills

me

I'm honored to be asked, but I belong in the archives, not rubbing shoulders

with royalty.

Angelica, if you pull this off, the king will fund that research trip to San

Pablo you've been dreaming of. When do I start?

Too eager?

Do it.

Do not get off third. He's going to catch you. Don't do it.

Don't do it. Don't do it.

Told you.

Now what are you looking for, Ramon?

Desmond, this better be code red. I got the game on.

Yes, and I'm in the middle of Anna Karenina, but that won't stop them

Wait, who?

I am the chief advisor to the king and queen of San Pablo.

And I don't care if you're the second coming of the Queen of Sheba.

I can let you up there unless he gives me permission.

You seem to me to love her.

My sovereign has the divine right to speak to any of his subjects at any

Ramon, please let them up. They won't take no for an answer. Fine.

But I'm not turning off the game.

Okay, there we go. Now we're playing some baseball, boys.

Allow me to introduce His Majesty King Felipe of San Pablo and Her Royal

Highness Queen Maria.

Okay.

Who's behind this? Huh?

Joey? Mario?

Yeah, well, jokes on them because it's not even my birthday till next month. I

assure you, there's no one behind this.

I'm here because you and I, we are related.

Ah. Yeah, I've heard that one before. My buddy Mario almost got scammed by his

long -lost nephew who needed a kidney.

I'm not asking you for anything.

In fact, I'm here to make you an offer. Yeah, and I'm not buying timeshares,

so... Please, to a kingdom? Come on, Ramirez, you've got to throw down the

stretch!

Listen,

we are trying to tell you that you're the heir to a royal throne in Europe.

part of that don't you understand?

A royal throne.

And on the air.

Yeah, no, see, I never even got the whole fuss over those royal weddings.

How can you say that?

It's your heritage. We are family.

Okay.

This is fun, but I'm going to have to ask you guys to leave now.

I take you are a baseball fan?

Are you kidding me? My life.

Baseball is a national sport of San Pablo.

Wait a second.

You guys are the team that beat Cuba in the World Championship a couple years

ago. The greatest moment in our nation's history.

And as a king, you will be head of the national association.

It's like owning your own team.

Uh -huh. And wait, so what do I gotta do to get this? That's why I wanted...

It's not that difficult.

How would you feel about having a free dinner with a beautiful woman at a

gourmet restaurant?

Okay, I knew that this was a prank. Joey, Mario, just come out, will you? I

assure you, this is no prank.

Angelica, I've just got off the phone with King Felipe.

All set?

That depends.

Would you be prepared to meet Ramon for dinner tonight?

No time like the present.

Excellent. They've booked a table at La Cascara for 8 p .m.

That's the best restaurant in Miami.

It's all on King Felipe.

Wow. Well, I guess he can afford it.

He certainly can.

Angelica, there is a lot riding on this.

I mean, I'd love to do that research trip, but I'll survive without it.

It's not just that.

I didn't want to have to tell you, but we've lost our funding grant.

What?

The one that pays my salary?

Not if you pull this off.

The king has agreed to a major donation.

Great. If there's one more thing I needed, it's more pressure.

I understand. This museum is my whole life, too.

But if anyone can save it, it's you.

Your Highness.

I'm sorry.

My name is Hank.

I'm a cutlery salesman.

I'm so sorry.

What? I don't get a bow?

You're Ramon?

Ouch. I'm sorry.

There's a dress code.

Relax. I'm not naked.

Tell me about it.

Way ahead of you.

Okay. Yes,

your table's ready.

Great.

And if we could get the bread, like, ASAP. That would be nice.

Kind of nice, huh?

Jackpot.

Why don't we try the seafood tasting menu?

You come with tacos?

Tacos.

Ramon, you are about to become king.

You need to know how to eat oysters, a shell, a lobster. You need to know

whether to pair a tuna tartare with a sauvignon blanc or a pinot noir.

Well, that's easy.

Wines for snob.

But if I am being fancy, I'd get the tacos with guac.

I'm not sure you understand.

I don't think you understand.

Madam, sir, are you ready to order? Yes, I'm going to take the tacos. We will

need a minute.

Wow.

Here you are.

Thank you so much.

I'm not eating that.

There's slugs in it. Yes, that's the point. These are escargots.

Snails. That's gross.

Actually, no, they're a delicacy. Ask everyone from Pope Pius V to the Cordon

Bleu chefs of France.

Good, yeah.

You know there's a history of kings eating unusual food?

Henry VIII was a fan of fit roast porpoise and sparrows on toast.

Okay, Miss Encyclopedia.

I know my history.

Yeah, well, I took a class or two in high school, and kings and queens don't

take orders from anyone.

Kind of the whole point.

The despots and tyrants didn't, sure, but the great monarchs, they were

diplomats, ambassadors.

And if you get served puffin in Iceland or guinea pig in Bolivia, you might want

to be ready for that.

Guinea pig.

Where are you going?

I'm going to get out of here before I get served a deep fried wrap.

I'm going to go get tacos.

Luis, give me 15 tacos al pastor, I'll be there in five.

Fifteen? It's a bit much. They're not all for me. I guess I'm out to the home

way.

There's enough for you, too.

Tastes better than slugs.

Look, I... I'm sorry. This must be a shock.

Listen, you seem like a really nice girl, but I just came here out of

and that's it for me.

So, thanks for nothing.

Hey, Champagne, what's up, man?

Good to see you. Come on, come on.

Of course. Till next time, man.

Oh, Willie, my guy.

See you later,

man.

Imagine how many people you could help if you were king.

You could be known for it across Europe.

Yeah, I don't need anyone to know I help. That's not why I do it.

Did you ever have a dream?

All my life, all I wanted was to travel to San Pablo to research an exhibition

on Queen Leticia.

If I pull this off, King Felipe will fund the whole trip.

If I don't, I could lose my job.

Along with everyone at the museum.

That sucks, but it's not my problem.

And I don't expect it to be. My point is, I want this more than anything, so

forces me to be at my best.

You might not feel like the king right now, but imagine who King Ramon could

The sky is the limit.

Can we give this another shot?

Is that a yes or a no or a maybe?

You may call me mad, but I have a good feeling about Ramon.

I will always admire your optimism.

And when you're not calling me delusional.

I fear it might be a fine line in this situation.

We all know what the alternative might be in this case.

Ouch. I'm sorry, ma 'am.

I must have got distracted.

That's quite all right, Eva.

We can call it a night.

How did it go?

A glorious disaster.

They have as much hope of turning that man into a king as I do winning a Grammy

for best new reggaeton artist.

The king seemed strangely positive.

Like all those years, he was convinced he was going to have a child.

Please. You'd better be right.

There's only so many more times I can rub that woman's feet.

Everything is going to plan.

If the king can produce a suitable heir, the constitution rules that San Pablo

will become a republic.

The king will endorse his trusted chief advisor as president.

And the country will be ours.

Trust me.

Mi Rosa de Castilla, your days of giving food massages are numbered.

Good morning, Grandma.

Good morning.

Angelica, you want me to read your cards?

You know, I don't believe in all that.

The chariot.

Should I watch out on Main Street?

If he was in the driver's seat. No one can get ahead of you today.

Morning, Desmond.

Mr. Off.

What's today's book?

Great Expectations.

Not a fan.

Dickens? Nah, concept.

Expect little and you're never disappointed.

I'm not used to seeing you up this bright and early.

Yeah, yeah, I'm, uh, turning a new leaf.

Oh, oh, oh.

Okay, I see it.

It's a girl.

Not exactly.

You remember those wackos that came to see me yesterday?

Yeah, I couldn't believe it. A king in this building.

And it's just a you.

Yeah, I'm waiting to hear who the heir is.

Almost.

No, you're kidding. You're kidding me. Meet the next king of San Pablo.

You dark horse. You always told me your family was nothing to write home about.

They're not. Trust me. I guess I just didn't look far back enough. Say that

again. Yeah. Well, I'm still not sure if I'm going to go through with this. I

got this museum chick who's supposed to groom me into a king in the coronation

ceremony in two weeks.

What? You, king, too weak?

That's crazy.

That's what I said.

Then I slept on it, and I thought, Ramon?

I don't have any luck.

I mean, I could put zero effort in and still be king.

Yeah, I guess.

That's what you really want. I don't care less about being king, you know

mean? But Desmond, I'd be head of the national baseball team.

Oh, that's the only reason I'm doing this.

Interesting. Mm -hmm.

I'd have you down as a gamer.

Yep. You win points by guessing the birth dates of Viking kings.

Wow, you must have some wild weekend.

So you can tell me what we're doing here. I got a lot of friends who play

in this park, and I don't want to be seen.

That's exactly why I brought you here. I figured you'd be too chicken to be seen

in public.

Ramone. Chicken.

Bring it on.

Fabulous.

Shall we dance?

Did you say dance?

Mm -hmm.

Okay, the coronation ceremony concludes with a famous tradition.

The king invites the commoner to join him in a Viennese waltz.

I don't dance.

Okay, well, it's a very important part of San Pablo culture.

It's not a baseball.

What are you thinking? Go up to the ceremony with a bat and hit a ball into

crowd? Actually... No.

Put that away.

And we're starting with position.

Left hand up and right hand on my back.

I'm not that repulsive. No, it's not you. It's the fact that you make me

like a pony in front of the whole park.

The coronation ceremony will be attended by every major dignitary in San Pablo.

Jackie Robinson never had the law. Okay, you know what? I will demonstrate and

you will mirror me.

Right side, close.

Left side, close.

Now you give it a try.

Uh...

Right, side. Right, then slide.

You said slide.

Slide to the side.

Genius. You know what?

Count. That might be easier.

One, two, three.

Two, two, three.

I didn't tell you to count.

You can count to three blind mice if you want. Okay, wait.

So I slide on two. The first two and the third two, but not the second two.

You know what? Don't overthink it. Just feel it in your butt.

Start with the left foot.

One, one, two, two, two. I think the count... Concentrate.

You led me to the wrong side.

As much as it pains me, it is the man who leads the waltz.

Okay.

Again.

One, two, three, two, two, two. Who invented this?

Well, actually, the waltz originated in Bavaria in the late 18th century, but...

Forget it, I asked.

I was going to say, I learned it from my grandma on my kitchen floor.

Did you never learn to dance?

No. When I was a kid, I played baseball.

My mom told me I was dumb as rocks.

Sorry. Don't worry about it.

You got this, okay?

Let's go again. No, I feel like I can't really practice at home.

As if you will.

Come on.

Look, I know it's scary to get out of your comfort zone, but if you never try

anything new, you'll never grow as a person.

Pull me in.

Push me away.

Hold that.

One, two, three, two, two, three. Huh.

Yeah.

Again. One, two, three, two, two, three.

Okay. Better.

One, two, three, two, two, three.

Yeah. And now don't stop.

One, two, three, two, two, three. One, two, three, two, two, three.

This is worse than we could have hoped.

I've been calling around the founding bodies.

No luck.

Have you tried the Kreutzer Foundation? They loved our Cleopatra exhibition.

Jellica Corp.

What would I do without you?

I can call them if you like.

No, you have enough on your plate.

How's it going with Ramon?

Oh, I'll focus on the positives.

He's turned up to every class so far.

Okay.

That's a good start.

The king was worried. He quit after a day.

No, there's definitely a part of him that wants this. It's just buried under

lot of issues.

But I just wish I had more time.

But it sounds like you're doing well. What's your problem?

We had a history lesson scheduled for 9 a .m. and it is now 11 .30.

Would you happen to have his information?

What are you talking about, Desmond? I don't have a favorite cousin.

Oh.

We had a date?

I got a better offer.

I thought you knew.

The palace wanted to thank me for my efforts by getting me first proceeds to

big baseball game.

Your efforts?

You refused to eat a snail and danced about four steps of a wall.

Who got you these tickets?

I don't know. Some guy named Carlos.

That's very strange, because I was told by the palace to focus on your training

100%. Well, haven't you ever heard of the carrot or the stick?

Actually, in many oral traditions, it's a turnip.

And you know what?

I will buy you as many as you want.

Now get to the museum.

I told you I can make it. Enjoy. Thank you.

If I made it, you guys wouldn't be going. So that's what we're doing right

Hi. Can you adopt me, please?

Private tour.

No problem.

Do you mind?

Oh, sure.

Um, you sure you mean adult? I see what I'm working with. Okay. Girl, you have

your work cut out.

Don't make me play any mini -money -mo. Sir, sir.

This is a museum.

No talking on phones.

I'm dealing with a really complex situation.

Who are you now?

I'm trying to decide which one of my friends gets the tickets.

Hello, who am I speaking with?

Mario, you got the tickets. Congrats.

Put this on.

Uh, enjoy.

This is a ceremonial scepter used by the first king of Sampa. Hello.

I don't look like a baseball bat.

Whatever you say.

I thought we said no phones. Uh, you said no phone call.

This isn't about getting off on a technicality.

How can you not be fascinated? This is your heritage.

I never even knew this out of my family.

My mom never even mentioned San Pablo.

Angelica.

Oh, you must be Ramon.

I'm just asking.

This is George. He is the director of the museum. He is also one of the

greatest experts on pen... She's exaggerating. I'm not the world's

anything.

Angelica, on the other hand... Can't even finish her sentences, apparently.

Quick question, Angelica. What's the name of that donor at the Kreutzer

Foundation? Countess Claremont.

You start.

What was that?

Nothing. I just got tongue -tied.

Someone's got a crush.

I do not have a crush. Yeah, you do. You want more than just a good report from

the boss.

Not. I'm going to tell him.

No.

What am I supposed to do? Tell him?

I can't just tell him.

Why?

Because... I have no clue how this thing works.

I'm... I've always been focused on my career.

Never had time for guys.

Let me teach you.

What? If I gave out PhDs in dating, I'd be a tenured professor.

And besides...

As a wise woman once told me, if you can't learn anything new, you'll never

as a person.

Don't touch that.

This is my favorite room in the museum.

I used to come here all the time when I was little with my grandmother.

My family is all from Europe.

I wouldn't go back that far.

And my mom died young and my dad was never around. So I always felt like

folks were my family, kind of.

This guy?

No, actually, he's yours.

Your great -great -grandfather, to be precise.

You're kidding.

King Enrique I, famous for his limp and his collection of peacocks.

Sick.

Who's next?

Enrique I was followed by his son Felipe I and then Queen Leticia.

Followed by Enrique II, Paolo, and finally the current king, Felipe.

Enrique, Felipe, Leticia, Enrique, Paolo, Felipe.

Got it in one.

Please. You can memorize entire baseball teams.

I don't know what your mom was talking about.

You're not as dumb as rock.

You just never got a chance to show what you can do.

First time anyone's ever said that.

Well, all it takes is one person who believes in you.

All right.

If I'm going to take the leap, so can you.

What are you talking about? I'm right here with you. I'm not talking about

It's time for you to ask George out on a date.

No.

No. Yep.

Yep. Just go find him.

Okay. George.

I had no idea you felt this way.

George, I've been wanting to tell you forever.

I just haven't... Who were you talking to?

I was just practicing my steps.

Two, three, one, two... Oh, practice makes perfect.

Oh, Grandma.

I might have to settle for less than perfection on this one.

That felt like you.

My whole career is hanging in the balance. I have ten days to get this

line.

What's wrong?

Look.

Assistant, he leaves.

Yeah, but look what they're saying.

Grandma, I can't with you.

Promise me.

You'll stay on your toes today.

Promise me.

Hello, Ramon.

How was the match?

Yeah, my buddy Mario said it was awesome.

Oh, Mario, is that who you went with?

Nah, nah. He went with his girlfriend and proposed on the kiss cam.

I couldn't make it. I was too busy at the museum.

I thought you needed a break from all that.

Yeah, I thought I did too, but I don't know.

I'm starting to like it. Am I interrupting?

You might see. Of course not.

Huh? I was just ordering pizza.

Um, well, I guess that sounds pretty good.

Isn't that what room service is for?

Uh, what?

Precisely.

Extra pineapple, please, and make it pronto.

Okay, I'll order the pizza.

Sorry about that, Your Majesty.

May I be of service?

The coronation is fast approaching, and I was hoping for an update on your

marijuana. If I am perfectly honest, I have my doubts.

We all have doubts, Carlos.

But how is it actually going? He's been turning off to his classes.

It's better than I figured.

But, Your Majesty, that's a very low bar.

I'll take it.

Unfortunately...

I'm going to have to leave it in your hands.

The Queen and I are flying back to San Pablo tomorrow, and her back is playing

up, and she's missing her favorite Mazur.

Viego Ignacio.

Quiet.

Majesty, I'm going to need you to be my eyes and ears out here.

That will be no problem, Your Majesty.

Thank you, Carlos.

I'll make the arrangements for the private jet. Not so fast.

Before we go, I would like to meet Ramon and Angelica to check on the progress.

Your Majesty.

Hope I'm not interrupting.

Nope. Not at all.

I just got off the phone with Countess Claremont.

She's agreed to found the shortfall for the rest of the month.

Angelica, I could kiss you.

Not only if you...

Of course, I never... Unless you want... What can I help you with?

I was... Nothing, really.

I was actually just wondering... I'm sorry, I have to get this.

Your Majesty.

Yeah, I'm sure that won't be a problem.

I'll inform Angelica right away.

Panic over.

What do you mean, panic over? You're about to call the security alert.

What? I thought the king might like this. I've engraved it specially myself.

Okay, but Ramon, you can't go into a meeting with royalty waving around a

baseball bat. Anyway, what are you wearing?

They told me to come as fast as I could.

To meet the king.

One day I'll be the king.

Maybe I'll make a decree for everyone to wear baseball jerseys.

Oh my gosh, the king is going to want to see real progress and I haven't had a

chance to teach you formal etiquette.

Don't worry about it. Felipe and I go way back.

Don't ever.

Call him Felipe.

The king is your majesty the first time, followed by sir on subsequent

occasions, and the queen is her royal highness, followed by ma 'am.

That is so dumb.

What's the point of having names then?

I don't have time to teach you a whole history lesson right now. Can you at

least show me that you know how to bow?

I'll hit him with one of these.

Six out of ten.

Line up the toes.

Straighten the back.

And then we might be getting somewhere. You know what? We could really use

another five minutes.

Oh, could you?

Ain't that a shame?

The king's ready for you.

Great.

Hey, I don't think I can do this.

Yes, you can.

I believe in you.

Game time.

Our guests will be here any minute. How are we doing with the orders?

Very well, ma 'am. I've prepared some empanadas. I know they're the king's

favorite. Oh, don't I know it.

You should have seen him when we got married.

He had abs.

I'll serve them individually.

Oh, Eva, you're too good to us.

Ramon!

Your majesty, sir.

And your highness, royale, ma 'am.

Goodness. I, uh, brought you a gift.

Oh, a baseball bat.

Yeah, most people get their name or their newborn baby, stuff like that. But

do the line of succession.

Enrique Felipe Leticia.

Enrique Pablo Felipe.

Someone's been doing their...

Homework? There's a long way to go. But I've been getting there. Thanks,

Angelica.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves. In ten days, you'll be presented to the

nation. There's still time.

Not much.

But enough.

¿Cómo está tu español?

Sí, por favor.

Perhaps some Spanish lesson would be useful? Yes, that's the next thing on

list. Okay.

And a new wardrobe?

Yes, I am on the case.

Well, then all is well.

Please take a seat.

Let's celebrate with our finest cuisine from San Pablo.

Empanadas?

I like them a little spicy, just with the kick.

I like the way you roll, Ray.

Don't feel obliged. Some Americans don't have the palate.

Lady, please. I can take it. Allow me.

pretty good.

Delicious.

Wow.

This is a real one.

What would you like, Matt?

They aren't meant to be that hot.

I like spicy, too, but this is the next level.

I don't know.

I got to honor the culture, respect the traditions, huh, King?

I can't argue with that.

Three, two, one.

Wow.

That's what I'm talking about.

Not quite the way one would eat it in formal function.

It's not usually that challenging.

You should check out YouTube.

They got the craziest people on there.

I shall have to check it out. Look up idiot eats a Carolina Reaper.

That's good stuff.

I think we'll stick with Downtown Abbey.

You may not be what people expect, Ramon.

Any minority to survive, he needs to evolve.

And I think you might just have what it takes to be the next king of San Pablo.

I like the way you're thinking.

Can I get another one?

What just happened?

If there's one thing my mom taught me, it's to always finish what's on your

plate.

You're lucky it wasn't puffins.

I would have eaten it, no problem. Spit roast porpoise.

Bring it on.

What happened to the guy who wouldn't touch a snail?

He didn't believe that he could be king.

Or anything else, to be honest.

What changed your mind?

You did.

Not that game again.

I need to get you some new hobby. I'm turning it off. I'm turning it off.

You have my undivided attention.

But Ramon, please, we need to focus. We have precisely nine days until the

ceremony. Yeah, I hear you. It's just I get this way when I smoke carnitas.

This is another one of those food things.

You can order what you like.

Si, lo haces en espanol.

Come on.

Wait, wait, wait.

What is she selling?

Nanakath. It's a funny grandmother.

Naranhas. Oranges. Close enough.

I did not know naranhas. That was like the first thing I learned in school.

Yeah, yeah, we get it. You were top of the class in 14 subjects.

Okay, what are they selling?

Manzazas.

Manzanas.

Apples. I just wanted the king of San Pablo to know the word for apples in

Spanish anyway. It's the official language. How can you rule the nation

be able to speak to its citizens?

I once dated a girl for two months who didn't speak a word of English.

We just looked into each other's eyes the whole time.

Well, I don't think that I could ever date someone I couldn't communicate

Words have always been my love language.

Right, yeah, yeah, yeah. We all know that your ideal date is a lecture on the

Declaration of Independence.

You ask out George yet?

Almost.

I was going to. I just... I'm scared.

You're both professionals. If he says no... That's not the part I'm worried

about.

What if he says yes?

Ever since my mom died, I've used work as a distraction. I guess I'm...

afraid to open up my heart to someone new.

Yeah, I get that.

My mom, she took off with some guy in Arizona when I was in college, and we

don't really talk anymore.

I guess that's why I love baseball so much.

Never disappear without a warning.

It lets me down.

I'm not sure except when the stars lose.

I've never been able to understand why people get so attached to sports teams.

All right, that's it.

Where are we going?

Come on, I'll show you.

Is this the Museum of Royal History?

I'm afraid we're closed today.

Oh, that's a shame.

They don't have anywhere like this where I'm from.

Where is that?

San Pablo?

You've heard of it? Of course I have.

Never mind.

I was hoping to do some research on my ancestry.

Perhaps another time.

Wait, wait.

We are close to tourism, but I can make an exception for researchers.

Would you like to visit our archives?

Oh, okay, okay.

Hey, I got to admit, these are pretty good.

How about it? Not everything has to be a three -course meal a la carte.

Okay, see this? I don't understand.

What? It's men in tickets running around after a little leather ball.

It is so much more than that.

Sounds like somebody needs a history lesson.

Sports have been around since the beginning of time.

There are cave paintings of people wrestling and chasing animals.

I mean, the competitive instinct, the desire to win, it's what makes us all

human. I don't think that's it.

My buddies and I, we've been with the same team our entire lives, and they

almost never work.

We'd rather die than switch teams.

Loyal. Okay,

there we go. Bang.

Yeah, I think it's... I don't know. I think it's something different.

You're not out there for yourself.

You're part of a tribe.

It's about belonging.

Hmm?

I don't know if I've ever belonged anywhere.

What are you talking about? The museum's your home.

Yeah, you'd think so, but...

Ever since I graduated Harvard, I thought that if I worked hard enough,

every black tie dinner, every lecture, that I'd finally feel at home. But I

don't.

Not like you do here.

Well, that's the good thing about baseball.

Everybody's welcome.

You know, that career of yours isn't going to love you back, Angelica.

I mean, maybe.

You're not out there alone.

Maybe you've just been looking in the wrong places.

That's what I'm talking about.

That's what I'm talking about.

There we go. C, finally.

W.

I've been wanting to get my hands on these files for ages.

May I ask why?

Oh, I'm sure you know that the king is abdicating at the end of next week.

Everyone's curious who the new king or queen will be.

I don't have any information on that.

Oh, I don't expect you to.

But there's a man in my mother's village saying it's him. He's got people giving

him gifts trying to win his favor.

My poor uncle's on the verge of handing over his life savings.

All I want is to prove the man wrong.

Well, the line of succession is a matter of public record.

The current king.

Felipe took cover from his father.

But as you know, he had no children.

So where does the line go next?

Usually to the king's eldest.

Diego.

But he went missing years ago.

In San Pablo, they say he got lost climbing the Andes. Yes, so I've heard.

Would you excuse me for a moment?

This is important.

Of course.

Countess Claremont!

How good of you to call!

I think I understand.

Nine innings. All right. And then the shortstop.

Three, two, two, three. One, two, three. Two, two, three.

Someone's been practicing.

Someone told me there was no point in practicing on my own.

One, two, three. Two, two, three. One, two, three. Two, two, three.

One, two, three.

I'm going to miss nights like this.

Yeah.

You know, the truth is, when I first found out about being king, I thought

it was going to be easy.

Sitting around, watching baseball, not much else.

But now that I know what's involved, I don't know if I have what it takes.

Ramon, you were literally born to do this.

You're going to make a great king.

Um, well, I'm just this way. Yeah, do you want me to walk you home?

No, no, I'll take a cab.

Big day tomorrow.

Right, tell me about it.

Hey, but I think you should ask out George.

Yeah, no more excuses, you know, just go for it.

Right. Yeah.

Only if the moment feels right.

Yeah, I mean, it'll never feel right, right? You're going to feel sick to your

stomach and you're not going to know what to say.

But you've got to go for it.

Right. Hey, why don't you practice on me?

No, I'm way too shy to do that. Try it in Spanish.

Okay.

Jorge, ¿quieres ir conmigo a cenar a la cáscara?

Me encantaría.

¿Cómo me entendiste?

Porque hablo español perfecto.

Mentira.

No.

I don't know, he'd probably say something nerdy like that, you know?

Well, I better go.

Yeah.

Bye. Night. Night.

Oh, Ramon.

I thought you must be out of town. Sorry to keep you out.

That's okay. I'm deep into Pride and Prejudice anyway. No spoilers, okay?

I forgot how good it feels to be outside.

Maybe you didn't have a good enough reason to leave the house.

Hmm.

Okay. Who is he?

No, I'm... I mean, I've been doing my training with Angelica. Oh,

Angelica.

Angelica Karenina.

I like the way it sounds. I knew there was someone.

How did you know?

Buddy, when you read as many books as I do, you learn to read the signs.

Good night, Edmund.

Good night.

This is going to be better than my books.

Grandma, do you ever put those away?

As long as the world keeps spinning, we need to make some sense of it.

You want to draw a card?

The tower.

That looks bad.

It is at first glance, but not when you take a second look.

Look at the foundation.

Would you build a house there?

Sometimes we have to abandon what we planned and build something better.

Countess Claremont's donation only gets us as far as the coronation ceremony.

I hope you don't have bad news about Ramon.

Nope, that's all on track.

Was there something else?

Uh, yes, actually.

I thought you were going to focus on Ramon 100%. That's kind of the problem.

I've been giving 100 % to my work and nothing else for far too long.

I can relate.

I thought you might.

How would you feel about going on a date?

And he said yes.

That's amazing, Angelica.

I'm so happy for you. I never would have done it without you, so thank you.

Anytime.

Is something the matter? No, no, no, everything's great.

Yeah, I actually have to call you back.

Okay.

Hey, Desmond.

I can assure you I'm here on legitimate business.

In fact, it's urgent.

I'm sure it is, but...

I can't do anything. It's totally up to Ramon whether he lets you up or not.

Oh, thank God.

This gentleman over here really needs to speak to you. Once.

But you wouldn't remember.

You scream all the way through.

Are you a dentist that doesn't believe in anesthetics?

I'm Diego.

Your great -uncle.

I hope you don't mind coming to the museum café.

I thought we could make up for lost time. Yes. No, it's fine.

But if we're going to do this, we are not allowed to talk about work. No

exception. Okay.

Okay,

I think I will have the pâté followed by the carbonara.

Oh, no, no, no. I couldn't possibly.

No, I'll get the gazpacho, then the salad.

You're not on a diet, are you?

No, I just have to have my appetizer, main and dessert, in alfabetical order.

I remember they used to have a live band here on Sundays.

You could see dozens of people.

dancing, all ages.

That was quite something, man.

It's crazy to think how much I've missed out on.

My mom never talked about family. I barely even knew I had a great uncle.

Your mom found it simpler to talk about your great -uncle Diego.

But... But I'm actually your grandfather.

What? When my wife left me, she was pregnant with my daughter, your mom.

She wanted a clean break.

And she darned near that one.

Why? Why?

She blamed me for all her problems.

Well, rather, she blamed San Pablo.

I came to Miami 50 years ago.

I had the most terrible argument with my family.

And they acted like I was dead since then.

And I liked them.

I guess it got to me.

Ramon, they might tell you that you have a noble heritage, but it's not.

It's a toxic legacy.

I guess every family has a history, Tom. Yeah, but not like this one. I promise

you. If you live your life in ignorance, you have been blessed.

That family is a curse.

I gave up my chances of being king long time ago.

And I doubt if they have even tried to locate your mother.

They want you to think it is your destiny, and it's not.

You can say no.

What do you get up to outside work?

That's a really good question.

Oh, well, there's this game that I play on my phone where you have to...

I guess that doesn't count, usually.

Oh, well, if I get to go on that trip to San Pablo, then that also doesn't

count, does it?

If it's any consolation, I've never seen the point of the trip.

Yeah, because... Wait, you're serious?

Yeah, there is too many chances for things to go wrong.

But what about all those sights and sounds that you'll never get to

otherwise? Oh, there's so many places I want to go.

Not me.

I go to the same vacation college for one week every summer.

Same place I went as a kid.

Read Lord of the Rings.

And complete my favorite jigsaw puzzle.

Every summer.

Don't you get bored?

No, not at all.

You know, I can't enjoy myself.

I know what I'm doing in a bath.

That's just logic.

Angelica.

Trust me.

That boy's not going to wear a crown in eight days' time.

Did he say that?

Never take a man by his word.

Rather go by the look in his eyes.

And if you don't mind me asking, why do you care so much?

Let's just say that the current king is not a good man.

As concerned citizens of San Pablo, we're worried he's wreaking havoc on the

future of our country.

You won't catch me caring about the future of San Pablo.

And it doesn't surprise me to hear that about my brother.

Well, that's a relief.

Most people won't hear a bad word said about him.

Most people don't know the truth.

And maybe they never will.

I'm just happy I can spare my grandson.

You know, most first dates aren't great.

I managed to set fire to my husband with a sparkler, but he's on the funny side.

Dana, what if work is the only thing George and I have in common?

Well, I don't think the museum cafe is the best place to figure that out. True.

You know, putting some effort to go somewhere romantic.

You're right. You're so right.

Gosh, having a love life is time -consuming.

Thank goodness things are going so well with... What?

Uh... Angelica?

Ramon, hey, what's up?

Uh, nothing.

Nothing? You called me ten times.

Yeah, uh, listen... I'm out.

I'm done.

It's over.

Out? Out of what?

Hi.

This. No problem.

Ramon, you're not making any sense.

Oh, I don't know really how to say this.

I'm not going to be king.

What?

All right.

I might be home late.

I thought you would.

The signs are everywhere if you know where to look. What was it this time,

Grandma? The clouds in the sky? The birds in the trees?

You know, the Egyptians used beetle dung to see the future. In the Renaissance,

they listened to stomach rumbling. But sometimes, Grandma, you have to accept

responsibility for what happens next.

I knew she would say that.

How'd you get in here?

Desmond.

Why'd you tell him this time?

Silpid bride, secret service agent.

I promised him a rare edition of Don Quixote.

Ramon, the coronation ceremony is in one week. What happened? Why the change of

heart? It fit in the cards for a while now.

I don't know how I got dragged into any of this. I never wanted any of it.

Ramon, we've been through this.

There's something else now.

Something new.

I met one of my relatives yesterday.

Who?

Diego.

Do you know him?

I knew he was alive, but he wanted his privacy and we respected that.

Besides, I thought he had no interest in being king.

He doesn't. He can't imagine anything worse.

So, what?

You've changed your mind based on a grandfather you never knew existed until

yesterday? Yeah, now that I know the fact.

What? There just has to be more to this story.

Come on. Get your shoes on.

I don't want to. Come on.

Hey, when you look at me like that, it's worse every time.

Look, there's a long history of people giving up the throne. Edward VIII, Mary

Queen of Scots, but...

Far more who persevered and beat out the odds to become great rulers. You should

have heard Diego. He said he'd rather die than have anything to do with San

Pablo. Are you sure that's what made him sound so convincing?

You were already having doubts. Maybe he was just telling you what you wanted to

hear. Well, isn't that better than if he had spent hours convincing me?

Aren't you at all curious to know why he's so against it?

Look, if I had the chance to see my mom again, I'd have so many questions. So

much I'd want to understand.

I guess I've always been of the opinion that ignorance is bliss. That was a lie

you told yourself.

This man is your blood.

Your mom denied you the chance to have a family.

But now you can.

Get to know him.

I hate it when you're right.

Grandpa. You're soon.

About 30 years too late.

But it's not your fault.

Who's the girl? You're a slight one, huh?

This is Angelica. We're just friends.

Well, I was about to watch the game.

Well, we won't bother you. I don't know what you mean. No, no. You came at the

perfect time, huh?

Come on in.

Oh, run for it. Run for it, run for it, run for it.

No, no, he won't make it. Oh, he's got to make it. He's so close. You've got to

believe him.

Come on, come on, come on. No way.

You have no idea what's going on, do you?

I had a lot of fun watching.

I'm new to baseball.

Oh, welcome to the club.

But I guess that's not why you came here, eh?

This is a life -changing decision Ramon is making.

And as a historian, I'd like to have all the facts.

Historians pick the facts they suit them.

And you know that, Angelica.

So give Ramon all the facts.

And let him pick the ones that suit him.

The facts.

Well, my father was a good king, but he was mean.

Nobody felt the brunt of his anger more than I.

I turned to my brother for support and decided with my father.

So as far as I was concerned, that was it for me.

I wasn't going to stay in San Pablo and subject myself to that.

So I fled.

Those are the facts.

What else do you need?

Your father was a proud man.

We'd only learned after he was gone that he'd known he was dying for a long

time.

So he wouldn't despair you the burden of knowing that you'd become the king

soon.

He kept it a secret.

And all you got was his anger.

How can he?

Keep something like that from his own family.

However misguided, he was trying to protect you.

Did that change anything?

I mean, seriously, you would have become king?

Heavens no.

I was never cut out for that.

But I do have regrets.

Don't live your life in bitterness as I have.

Do something with it.

You have my blessing.

I'm so sorry. I just... I have to take this.

Hi, George.

Hi, Angelica.

Sorry I haven't called sooner. It was important.

Okay, that's quite all right. I trust you.

We are so close to being ready for the coronation ceremony. Just one more step.

Marvelous.

How about a romantic dinner to celebrate?

Yeah. Yeah, sounds good.

Best waiter girl, eh?

Yeah. You don't have to tell me twice.

She'd make a wonderful queen.

I can't think of anyone better.

She already has a king.

A

return to San

Paolo is beyond me.

But I'll be at the ceremony in spirit.

You're the reason I'll be there.

Angelica might have something to say about that.

She'd say...

It's about time Ramon started taking credit for his own achievements.

And I couldn't agree more.

Long live the king.

Thank you, Grandpa.

Are you sure you wouldn't prefer champagne?

Let's wait till the check clears.

So, the king was delighted to hear about Ramon's progress.

He said he'd do a bank transfer as soon as the process was complete. And I

was... Sorry, I'm talking about work.

Don't be.

How's the wine?

Lovely. Are you sure about that?

You have impeccable taste.

Thank you.

You know, I'm still a little in shock that you let me order.

I can't stay stuck in my waist forever.

I'll drink to that.

For the lady?

For you, sir.

What is it?

Spicy prawns.

Enjoy. Thank you.

Are you okay?

My mouth is on fire.

Really? These are milder than a pepperoni pizza.

Angelica, I hate pepperoni pizza. I'm sorry.

Waiter. Sir.

I'm sorry, sir, but I can't eat this.

I'll stick to grapes.

No problem.

I didn't realize you were so against spicy food.

Nothing against spicy food. I just need to know what I'm getting into

gastronomically and alphabetically.

I don't mind a mild jalapeno once in a while.

Come on.

What?

Nothing, nothing. It's just...

Ramon had to eat this empanada in front of the king, and I don't know what they

put in it, but it was a hundred times hotter than that.

We're talking off the charts spicy.

He was so determined not to be defeated.

You should have seen him.

How was dinner?

How could it not be perfect? George is my dream man.

That's not what I asked. The food was delicious.

I'm going to bed.

Grandma? Would you read my cards?

Yes.

Okay, pick one from here.

Page... Of cups.

The page of cups is a dreamer. Someone young, sensitive, in touch with their

emotions. Could be describing Ramon.

Take another one.

Knight of pentacles.

Hmm, that couldn't be more different.

The knight of pentacles represents hard work, discipline, routine.

That's George through and through.

Okay, one more card.

The magician.

I could use a little magic to get me through this dilemma.

Well, you don't need any sorcery. The magician is a very powerful card.

It's telling you that you are the master of your own destiny.

You have all the tools that you need.

Good afternoon, madam.

Have you shopped at Vincenzo's Custom Clothing before?

Not personally, no.

Our suits start at $2 ,000.

Lovely. There is a shop across the road that's a lot more affordable.

Good to know.

Oh, would you like me to validate your ticket?

Oh,

I assumed you were the chauffeur. Ramon is the client.

Oh. What was your name?

Monique. Glad we cleared that up, Monique.

Let's try a 38 check.

Oh, you're bad.

How do I look?

Uh, uh, regal.

That's... The only word for it.

We'll take it.

Would you like me to calculate the cost first, or... Oh, excellent.

Thought not.

Thank you.

My pleasure.

Okay, thank you.

Uh... Huh.

Hmm. Not too bad, huh?

Can I check your bag, sir?

Uh... We literally just bought it. How about your pocket?

I've never seen that before in my life. Then how did it get there?

I don't... My clothes were in the dressing room. Maybe somebody put it in

We've heard that one before.

He's telling the truth. He'd never do something like that. Sure.

I knew you were that type from the moment I saw you. You know nothing about

I am Prince Ramon, heir apparent to the royal throne of San Pablo.

Look it up if you need to.

I'm the direct descendant of King Enrique I, followed by Felipe I,

Enrique II, Paulo, and the current King Felipe II.

I come from a bloodline of kings with the highest pedigree, and if you dare

question my integrity, you'll have a whole nation to answer to.

So, Monique, why don't we chalk this up so the customer's always right, hmm?

Excuse us, milady.

Thank you.

It was incredible. I told you I'm going names.

You're ready.

I believe my work here is done.

I think that this calls for celebration.

Yes, yes, you deserve a big drink. Yeah, let's go right here to a... I just have

to be back at the museum.

But really, congratulations, Ramon. And remember to stop by before you leave.

Yeah, for sure. I'll make sure to text you.

I knew this was coming.

I've tried everything.

Known longer than that.

Since the day I married you, if I'm honest.

Was it, Topijan?

It didn't help.

Did my best.

I always do.

Yes.

And that's what hurts.

Not everyone is destined for greatness.

But that doesn't mean we have to settle for scraps.

If Ramon is going to be king, we have to secure a position in his court.

How do we do that?

My dear, your time has come.

Suck up to him.

Bow down.

Tell him what a wonderful ruler he's going to be.

Kiss the ring.

Salud! Salud!

Cheers!

George, I'm surprised you're drinking champagne so late in the day. Surely by

now you've had some eggs or donuts? I'm not letting that get in the way of a

good celebration.

Cheers to that.

Well, well, well.

The king made the transfer as soon as I told him the news.

Angelica, forget your research trip to San Pablo.

We can mount every exhibition we've ever dreamed of.

Block out the next 20 years in your diary.

Is everything okay?

Oh, sure, of course. Why wouldn't it be?

The answer is no.

I haven't even... Not even if you've come here to offer me the entire

of the Lost Library of Alexandria.

I know who you're here for.

I've been here the whole week dealing with it. No.

I simply wanted to pay my respects to the new king of San Pablo.

Well, he's not in.

You could leave him a note if you're that desperate.

Brilliant idea, old chap.

May I? Sure.

Your Royal Highness, I am not worthy

of your... What are you doing?

Ramon's no one for all that.

Well, what do you think he would prefer?

No, he's just a regular guy.

He lives for tacos and baseball.

I mean, king or not.

Tacos and baseball?

Maybe I could get him some more tickets.

You think he would like that?

Like that?

The only thing he's planning to do as king is to watch baseball.

Is that what you said?

Why else would he go halfway across the world to a place he's never heard of?

I mean, that's the whole reason he's doing it.

Tell me more.

There's something kind of sad about these two.

I'd never noticed it before.

Maybe one of them was dying or had a secret love.

You have to tell him.

Tell who?

You know who.

He's the one.

You were always the one for as long as I can remember.

I was an idea in your head.

This is real.

How can it be? I'm not princess.

No, it was Ramona a week ago.

So let's face it.

You and I were always better as colleagues.

Well, we were never putting on multiple exhibitions and never once talking about

it outside of work.

Then you know what to do.

You make me look fat.

I can't pull it any tighter.

You look magnificent.

I pay you to say that.

Try to enjoy today.

Who knows?

You might miss all this.

I've been counting down the days for years, Eva.

For me, it's going to be late lunches and board games from now on. I'm

to retain a small staff.

Would you be interested in working with me?

That would be an honor, naturally.

But I think it's time for something new.

Greetings, people of San Pablo.

It is an honor to be here. I stand here as... Ready?

Practice a thousand times.

I don't mean the speech.

I bought you an empanada to calm the nerves.

I have already four.

Do not tell the queen.

How did you feel the day of your coronation?

Inadequate. Terrified.

Wanting to run for the hills.

And I'm ready.

Greetings, people of San Pablo.

Tell me this is the last royal handbag I'll ever have to carry.

Everything is set.

Every dignitary in San Pablo will bear witness.

You promised me you're not going to screw it up.

I can promise you this, DeSoto.

Our lives are about to change forever.

royal highness not for much longer well actually you retain the title as a

courtesy according to the patent letters of 1926 you have really impressed me i

didn't think you had it in you people can learn so i see well in that

case you have to stop by the palace sometime i teach you how to swing a

bat my loyal subjects Ruling over San Pablo has been the greatest honor

of my life.

But the time has come for new blood and new ideas.

We're here to crown the new king.

As you know, the line of succession has been complicated by my lack of issue.

Thankfully, the royal bloodline runs deep.

And I'm very glad to hand down the crown to my beloved great nephew, Ramon.

I stand here as Ramon, the first and only great nephew of your current king,

Felipe, and the righteous heir to this great throne.

Then your heritage is proven.

According to the custom, I must now ask if there's anyone...

who has any reason to object to Ramon's coronation.

I do.

I met Ramon in his former life in Miami.

And I have been informed that his interest in ruling our country

is next to zero.

He only agreed to this role so he could take over our beloved national baseball

team.

Is that true?

It was.

But then someone taught me the true meaning of being a leader.

And since then I've embraced your culture.

I've learned your customs, eaten your cuisine.

And I vow.

To protect San Pablo's history while leading us into its future.

Y se me aceptan como parte de esta gran familia.

Sería el honor de mi vida ser tu rey.

How dare you. I was just doing my duty as a concert citizen of San Pablo. You

were not.

You were thinking of yourself as you always have.

I've had enough of your antics.

Antics? What's antics? The baseball ticket.

The jewelry.

The empanada.

Do I look like an amateur?

The last person that expects to be spied on is a spy.

You imagine.

It's a title that I'm about to lose, but not for another few minutes. For my

last act as the king.

I banish you and your wife from this kingdom.

You can live out your lives in exile.

Good luck.

By the power invested in me.

Oh, there you are. Please, go ahead.

By the power invested in me.

and the power given by the kingdom of San Pablo, I crown you

the new king,

Ramon I.

Glory to the king!

It is a great tradition of the kingdom that the new king must dance a waltz

the commoner.

It is a great honor for anyone involved.

Choose wisely.

What are you doing here?

What do you think? I'm on my research trip. Ah, right.

Any initial observation?

There's no doubt about it. It is the start of a beautiful new era for San

Suggest research.

Is that time for work -life balance?

What do you suggest?

There's a ceremonial banquet for the new king.

Oh, yeah? Well, what's on the menu?

Twelve courses of the finest cuisine in the kingdom.

Sounds pretty good.

Let's hope so. If not, we're getting tacos.

Thank you.