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What's the Monarchy For?
David Dimbleby takes a personal look at the role of the monarchy and its future.
What's the Monarchy For? Episodes
Series 1: Episode 3
For a king or queen, what really matters is the impression they make on their subjects – their image – and whatever they can do to burnish it helps ensure the monarc ...
20-12-2025
BBC 1
Series 1: Episode 2
Over the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Windsors amassed extraordinary private wealth without us really noticing. How did they do it?\n\nDavid Dimbleby shines a light on the s ...
15-12-2025
BBC 1
Series 1: Episode 1
Broadcaster David Dimbleby has reported on countless royal occasions – from weddings to funerals and jubilees. But often he feels his role has been to help the palace and ...
10-12-2025
BBC 1