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3 Episodes2025
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the monarchy.
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Episodes (3)

Ep 1
Episode 1
2025-12-02•58m
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?

Ep 2
Episode 2
2025-12-09•58m
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.

Ep 3
Episode 3
2025-12-16•59m
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?