Royalty documentaries
The Queen Mother's Blitz
During World War II, Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, better known as The Queen Mother, made a heroic effort to boost the morale of the beleaguered British people. With air raids a constant threat, her insistence that the Royal family remain in London was a reassuring move for the public. This fascinating history documentary examines how her personality and determination significantly helped the war effort.
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.
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.