What's the Monarchy For?

202558m

David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the institution at the heart of our national life: the monarchy.

Production

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Seasons

3 Episodes • Premiered 2025

David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the monarchy.

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1. Power

With access to political players and royal insiders, broadcaster David Dimbleby asks: how much power does the monarch really have – and is it more than we tend to think?

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2. Money

Over the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Windsors amassed extraordinary private wealth without us noticing. How did they do it? David Dimbleby shines a light on the secrets of royal money.

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3. Episode 3

In an episode featuring shocking scandals and startling interviews, David Dimbleby asks how far the royals will go to maintain public support – and can they succeed?

Cast

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David Dimbleby

Self - Presenter

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