What's the Monarchy For? Season 1

Season 1

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

Air date: 2025-12-02

Episodes: 3

Episodes

E1: 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?

Air date: 2025-12-02

E2: 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.

Air date: 2025-12-09

E3: 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?

Air date: 2025-12-16