Royal Autopsy
- 2023 – 2024
- Ended
- Documentary
- ~44m / ep
- 2 seasons
- 7.0/10
Royal Autopsy investigates the cause of death of two of Britain’s most famous monarchs: Queen Elizabeth I and King Charles II, in an entirely new and realistic way. Professor Alice Roberts will bring together a blend of historical and medical expertise and by using contemporaneous accounts and documents piece together how and why these monarchs died.
Latest: Season 2 · 2024
View all seasonsE1. George IV: The Party King
Apr 2, 2024
George IV: The Party King. Professor Alice Roberts dives into the facts surrounding the death of King George IV, looking to shed startling new light on his final few days.
E2. Mary I: Bloody Mary
Apr 9, 2024
Mary I: Bloody Mary. Professor Alice Roberts explores the death of the infamous Bloody Mary, who experienced phantom pregnancies in her desperation for a child and heir.
E3. Henry IV: The Usurper
Apr 16, 2024
Henry IV: The Usurper. Best known for usurping and murdering his cousin, Henry IV suffered from a mysterious debilitating skin condition during the later years of his reign.
E4. Anne: The Forgotten Queen
Apr 23, 2024
Anne: The Forgotten Queen. Professor Alice Roberts delves into the life and death of Anne, Queen of England from 1702-1714, who shockingly endured 17 failed pregnancies.