For the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII (2017–2026), the “front seats with TV” refers to the Rear Theatre Configuration. This is an ultra-premium option where high-definition entertainment screens are seamlessly integrated into the rear of the front seat structures.

As of 2026, these systems have been updated for higher resolution and better integration with personal devices via the “Privacy Suite” or standard configurations.

1. Theatre Configuration Features

Unlike standard SUVs where screens are bolted to headrest stalks, the Phantom’s system is entirely “secreted” behind the wood veneers of the front seat-backs.

• Deployment: At the touch of a button, the wood-veneered picnic tables fold down, and the 12-inch High-Definition Touchscreens electrically pivot into view.

• Veneer Matching: When retracted, the back of the screen is covered in the same book-matched veneer (e.g., Royal Walnut, Piano Black, or Macassar Ebony) as the rest of the cabin, making the technology invisible.

• Independent Content: The system is linked to an independent DVD/Blu-ray player and features its own HDMI port and USB-C inputs, allowing rear passengers to mirror their phone/laptop or watch live TV via the car’s 5G hotspot.

2. Component List & Part Numbers

If you are sourcing these seats or the electronic components for a repair or retrofit, these are the primary OEM identifiers for the 2017–2026 generation.

3. The Privacy Suite Integration

In the Phantom Extended (RR12), the “TVs” are often part of the Privacy Suite.

• In this configuration, the screens are mounted on the Electrochromatic Glass Partition (the wall between the driver and passenger) rather than the seat-backs.

• These monitors are typically fixed or flush-mounted and can be used to display a live feed from the front-facing camera, allowing the rear passenger to “see through” the opaque glass partition.

4. Market Value (2026 Estimates)

The “Rear Theatre Configuration” is rarely sold as a standalone retrofit because it requires a completely different front seat frame and wiring loom.

• Option Cost (New Car): Adding this to a new 2026 Phantom commission costs approximately

• Used Complete Front Seats (with screens): $8,500 – $12,000 USD per pair (if found in matching leather).

• Replacement Screen Only

5. Installation & Tech Note

• Coding: Replacing a seat or a monitor in a 2026 Phantom requires ISTA/P Diagnostic Coding. The car’s internal server must “handshake” with the new screen to enable the HDMI and TV functions.

• Audio Integration: The sound from the TVs can be played through the Bespoke Audio 18-speaker system or redirected to individual wireless headphones for each passenger.