Series synopsis
The Windsors: Inside the Royal Dynasty is a British documentary television series that premiered on CNN on February 16, 2020. It ended on March 29, 2020. It stars Rosamund Pike.
From the producers of "The Kennedys," this six-part miniseries tells the incredible, dramatic and emotional tale of the British Royal Family known as The Windsors. Using stunning archive and interviews with insiders and experts, the series weaves together the true story of the Windsor dynasty.
Premise
From the producers of "The Kennedys," this six-part miniseries tells the incredible, dramatic and emotional tale of the British Royal Family known as The Windsors. Using stunning archive and interviews with insiders and experts, the series weaves together the true story of the Windsor dynasty.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Rosamund Pike as Narrator
Guest cast
- Kevin Hudson as Footman
- Ken Lennox as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | February 16, 2020 | March 29, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Part 1: Succession When the choice was his throne or his heart, he chose abdication. King Edward VIII had been on the throne for nine months when he was faced with three options... |
February 16, 2020 |
| 2 |
Part 2: The Reluctant King When George VI is crowned King, he must rebuild the prestige of the monarchy in the shadow of World War II. |
February 23, 2020 |
| 3 |
Part 3: The Young Queen As Elizabeth II takes her first steps as Queen, she's torn between old tradition and those who want to modernize. |
March 1, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CNN |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 16, 2020 |
| Last aired | March 29, 2020 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |