A Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

A measured, earnest documentary that builds quiet tension around a royal scandal, feeling like a serious historical recounting with emotional weight.

Created by

Marion Milne

Genres

Documentary

Starring

King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom, Wallis Simpson, Fiona McGarvey

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.

How it feels

Tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, love, betrayal, class

Content

Mild sexual content. No violence, gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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