A Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

Overview

This is the true tale of the biggest scandal ever to engulf the British Royal Family – a forbidden love affair which had a devastating impact. This series recounts the story behind the ten days leading to Edward VIII abdicating his throne to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. It would change the royals, the press and British history forever.

Series details

First air date

2023

Last air date

2023

Status

Ended

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Episode runtime

50 min

Genres

Documentary

Original language

EN

Origin country

GB

Networks

SBS, BBC Select

Production

BBC Studios

Cast

King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom

Cast member

W

Wallis Simpson

Cast member

F

Fiona McGarvey

Cast member

M

Marion Milne

Cast member