A six-part CNN Original Series, narrated by Academy Award-nominated actress Rosamund Pike, that tells the incredible, dramatic and emotional tale of the British Royal Family known as The Windsors. From the calamity of Wallis Simpson to the tragedy of Diana to the triumph of the recent Royal wedding, the docuseries uses stunning, never-before-seen footage and interviews with insiders to weave together the true story of a family that has survived war, divorce, and scandal to against all odds, thrive in the modern world.

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Succession

Following King George's death, Prince Edward must choose between the throne or marrying Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee.

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The Reluctant King

When George VI is crowned king in 1937, he must rebuild the prestige of the monarchy after the shocking abdication of his brother and the shadow of WWII.

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The Young Queen

As a young Elizabeth II takes her first steps as queen, she is torn between old tradition and those who want to modernize the monarchy.

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Love or Duty?

Prince Charles, who is next in line to succeed his mother Queen Elizabeth, is under great pressure to marry and produce an heir for the Windsor dynasty.

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The Princess, the Prince & the Press

The marriage between the Prince and Princess of Wales starts to fall apart, and the Queen begins to face one of her greatest challenges.

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A New Generation

Prince William's marriage to Kate Middleton and Prince Harry's to Meghan Markle reenergizes the royal brand. But modern media escalates the pressures.