Prime Video’s Ride or Die delivers explosive action, unexpected twists, and plenty of humor, but beneath the assassin-filled world lies a story about friendship, loyalty, and choosing love over duty.
During their appearance on The Buzz, stars Calam Lynch and Savannah Steyn opened up about bringing Sam and Queenie to life, revealing how the emotional journey became just as important as the action sequences.
For Steyn, reading the scripts was a surprise from the very beginning. She admitted that each new episode introduced another shocking revelation for Queenie, making the story feel like a true page-turner. One particular twist even caught her completely off guard, proving that no character is ever truly safe.
I shared that one of those moments genuinely made me gasp, admitting I rarely have that kind of reaction while watching television. It became one of the interview’s most memorable exchanges, highlighting just how unpredictable the series can be.
Lynch also discussed Sam’s evolution throughout the season. While the character initially comes across as arrogant and emotionally detached, viewers gradually discover someone wrestling with the consequences of a dangerous profession. According to Lynch, the challenge was balancing the comedy of the series with the darker realities of being an assassin, allowing Sam’s emotional growth to unfold naturally.
Both actors agreed that the show’s central theme extends beyond action. While Ride or Die features thrilling missions and high-stakes danger, it ultimately asks whether genuine human connection can survive inside a world built on secrecy and violence.
Steyn reflected on how Queenie values ambition and success but slowly discovers that friendship and authentic relationships matter far more. She also noted how those themes resonate with today’s world, where careers, social media, and constant distractions often make meaningful personal connections harder to maintain.
The conversation ultimately circles back to the series’ biggest emotional question: Can love exist in a life where attachment is considered a weakness?
That question gives Ride or Die its emotional heartbeat, making the series more than just another action thriller. It’s a story about finding humanity in an inhumane profession—and why choosing people over duty can become the most dangerous decision of all.
All 8 episodes are now available to stream on Prime Video.
Listen to the full conversation with Calam Lynch and Savannah Steyn on The Buzz by clicking on the player above or wherever you get your podcasts.
