Royalty documentaries
Behind the Stories: The Monarchy
The British royal family is always making headlines. But what is it like reporting on these stories? This documentary takes us inside the scoops and places us alongside the royal reporters. Kirsty Wark describes her experience of reporting on The Queen’s death, while Clive Myrie recalls what it was like covering a historic moment, as the King’s proclamation was filmed for the very first time.
Behind The Scenes: The Coronation of King Charles III
For the first time in over 70 years, a new British monarch was crowned. The coronation of King Charles III was full of historic pomp and ceremony. But what goes into creating this kind of global, era-defining event? This documentary goes behind the scenes of the coronation to reveal all the preparation, planning and co-ordination required to crown a king.
Royal Holiday Secrets
The British royal family are used to the finer things in life. So why should the places they go to unwind be any different? This eye-opening documentary explores what the royals do to relax, shows their favorite places to escape and looks at how royal holidays have changed through the decades. From their passion for safaris to their love of Mustique, secrets from regal vacations will be revealed.
Charles R: The Making of a Monarch
This is the story of how a prince became a king. A revealing portrait of King Charles told almost solely in his own words and featuring a wealth of material, some of which has never been seen before. This intimate documentary journeys from cradle to crown, revealing emotional family moments with the Queen, his marriage break-up and private passions. A picture of the true Charles emerges.
A Very Royal Wedding
On November 20, 1947, Britons everywhere celebrated the marriage of Princess Elizabeth (soon to be Queen Elizabeth II) to Philip Mountbatten. In this joyful royal documentary, Alexander Armstrong chats to celebrities such as Joan Collins and Sheila Hancock about this very special day. Clips from the Queen’s private home movie footage provide an intimate portrait of the occasion.