Pictured: Sir Idris Elba and King Charles III
Coming to Netflix in Fall 2026 is One brand new documentary This includes the impact of recently knighted Sir Idris Elba, His Majesty King Charles III and The King’s Trust, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.
First launched in 1976, the King’s Trust (formerly the Prince’s Trust) is a charity founded by King Charles III that supports vulnerable young people aged 11 to 30, assisting those with a range of difficulties including education, homelessness, unemployment, disability and the law.
A former recipient of a King’s Trust grant is Sir Idris Elba, one of the most prolific and renowned British actors of his generation, having starred in dozens of films and television shows. lutherThe mcu, Zootopia, star trek, fast and furious, Wire, Sonic the Hedgehogand many more. At the age of 18, Sir Idris received a grant of £1,500 to study at the National Youth Music Theatre, which he credits with launching his career.
“The King’s Trust gave me an opportunity that changed my life. At a time when I didn’t have the resources to pursue my ambitions, they offered real, practical support – including financial help – that helped me take the first steps to further my career. -Sir Idris Elba
Pictured (left to right): King Charles III and Sir Idris Elba at an event for The King’s Trust
Idris Elba is teaming up with His Majesty King Charles III to make a documentary highlighting the King’s Trust and its vital role in helping young people over the past 50 years.
Around the world, millions of people are still waiting for that one door to open. This documentary is about shining a light on what’s possible when that happens – and why The King’s Trust’s work is so important. -Sir Idris Elba
The King, His Trust (WT) It was announced in June 2025 and is directed by BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Ashley Francis-Roy. to catch copper. He also directed documentaries such as The greatest show ever made, Santa Claus: The Serial KillerAnd Max Clifford: The Fall of a Tabloid King. Sir Idri’s production company, 22 Summers, which he founded with Dianne Peterley, is producing the doc.
We have a fixed release window for the documentary: fall 2026.
Other famous recipients of The King’s Trust are:
- David Oyelowo (British actor).
- Thomas Stogdon (British film producer).
- Charlotte Mensah (Famous British hair stylist).
- Festus Akinbusoye (Conservative Party politician and former Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner).
- Baron Rees of Easton (Labour Party politician).
- Steve Frain, aka Dynamo (Magician).
- dj naughty boy (Musician).
- Saraswati (British rock band).
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