What's the Monarchy For?

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

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   E1. Episode 1

   Dec 2, 2025 · 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?

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   E2. Episode 2

   Dec 9, 2025 · 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.

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   E3. Episode 3

   Dec 16, 2025 · 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?