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.
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- EN
- First aired
- September 21, 2023
- Last aired
- September 21, 2023
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 3
BBC SelectSeason 1
Episodes
No episodes found for this season.
Featuring
Cast & crew
King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom
Wallis Simpson
Fiona McGarvey
Marion Milne
- Produced by
- Clare Paterson
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