Roxy Morton
Secret agent Roxy Morton serves as Lancelot in Kingsman: The Secret Service, but is killed off-screen before the events of the sequel.
Roxanne "Roxy" Morton is an English secret agent portrayed by Sophie Cookson. She first appeared in the 2014 spy film Kingsman: The Secret Service, where she was selected as the new Lancelot. Cookson's performance marked her feature film debut. In the 2017 sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Roxy is killed off-screen before the events of the film and does not appear as a living operative.
- Character
- Roxy Morton
- Portrayed By
- Sophie Cookson
- First Appearance
- Kingsman: The Secret Service
- Codename
- Lancelot
- Sequel Appearance
- Kingsman: The Golden Circle (killed off-screen)
Lore & Background
Roxy Morton is a secret agent who operates under the codename Lancelot. She appears in the 2014 film Kingsman: The Secret Service, which is based on the comic book The Secret Service by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons. Her role as Lancelot places her within the elite ranks of the organization during a major global conflict. In the 2017 sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Roxy is killed off-screen prior to the film's events and does not return as an active operative.
In Their Own Story
Sophie Cookson was cast as Roxy Morton / Lancelot while still attending Oxford School of Drama in her senior year. She replaced Emma Watson for this part. The character debuted in the 2014 film Kingsman: The Secret Service. Cookson returned to play Roxy Morton again in September 2017 for the sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle.
Reader's Guide
To understand Roxy Morton's on-screen presence, note that she is played by Sophie Cookson. Her first appearance was in Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014). She holds the title of Lancelot within the agency. She appears again in Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017).
Did You Know?
- Sophie Cookson was cast as Roxy Morton while she was still in her senior year at Oxford School of Drama.
- Roxy Morton is killed off-screen before the events of Kingsman: The Golden Circle and does not appear as a living operative in the sequel.
- The character appears in Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) and is referenced as deceased in Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017).
- Roxy Morton holds the codename Lancelot within the secret agent organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Roxy Morton?
Roxy Morton, codenamed Lancelot, is an English secret agent portrayed by Sophie Cookson in the Kingsman film series. She was recruited into the organization after demonstrating exceptional combat skills and loyalty.
What are Roxy Morton's powers or role?
As a trained operative, she possesses advanced espionage skills, marksmanship, and hand-to-hand combat abilities typical of Kingsman agents. Her primary role involves supporting missions alongside Eggsy and other team members rather than having supernatural powers.
How does Roxy Morton's story end in the films?
In Kingsman: The Secret Service, she survives the final battle against Valentine but is presumed dead after a explosion that destroys her apartment. She is later revealed to be alive and active as an agent in the sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle.
Why is Roxy Morton important to the franchise?
She serves as a crucial ally to Eggsy, providing both emotional support and tactical assistance during critical missions. Her character highlights the theme of redemption and the diverse backgrounds of Kingsman recruits.
Did Emma Watson originally play Roxy Morton?
No, Emma Watson was initially cast for the role but dropped out before filming began due to scheduling conflicts with Harry Potter projects. Sophie Cookson then took over the part and has portrayed Roxy in both released films.
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