Romeo Beckham is set to make his acting debut in the upcoming queer tennis romance film "Forty Love." Promotional images released by Studio Canal provide fans with a glimpse of Beckham's character, a newcomer who challenges the film's protagonist.
Beckham, 24, is depicted on the tennis court with a shaved head, wearing a black tank top. He is shown on the opposite side of the net from his co-star Paul Kircher, who plays Sacha Gallo, a rising tennis star coached by his father with dreams of winning his first title. Beckham's character is described as a "charismatic new rival" who enters Sacha's life.
The film, directed by fashion photographer Pierre-Ange Carlotti, explores themes of desire, competition, and identity. A description for "Forty Love" reads: "For the first time, [Sacha] faces an opponent of an entirely different nature — love. A force as exhilarating as it is destabilizing — and far more dangerous than anything he has encountered on the court."
Beckham's character's name has not been revealed, but it has been confirmed he will speak in both English and French. The film is scheduled for release in French cinemas on November 25, with an international release to follow.
"Forty Love" is produced by Hugo Selignac's Chi-Fou-Mi Productions and co-produced by Studiocanal. Studiocanal's Chloe Marquet noted that Carlotti's "singular visual language gives the film a real edge, while its exploration of desire, competition and identity will resonate with audiences worldwide."
Prior to his acting role, Beckham has pursued a career in modeling and football. He has modeled for luxury brands such as Yves Saint Laurent and Balenciaga and was a long-time Burberry muse. He made his runway debut at Balenciaga's spring/summer 2025 show in Paris in October 2024 and walked for Versace's autumn/winter 2025 collection.
Beckham's transition into acting follows a path taken by other children of famous parents, such as Maya Hawke and Lily Collins. Despite being labeled a "nepo baby" with an estimated net worth of $5 million, Beckham is reportedly focused on establishing himself through his work. A source described him as a "grafter" keen to "let his work speak for itself," adding that "This film will show people what Romeo can do. He is an impressive actor and this is a great starting point for him."