John Shrapnel as Major Alexander Hardinge
Episodes 5
The New King
November 22, 1978
• 1h
1x3
In part 3, George V has died. Ernest Simpson tells Edward that Wallis has to choose between them.
Read MoreThe Divorce
November 29, 1978
• 1h
1x4
Wallis's divorce is heard at Ipswich, Stanley Baldwin pressures Edward and Beaverbrook persuades the press to keep quiet.
Read MoreThe Decision
December 6, 1978
• 1h
1x5
Edward refuses all advice including warnings that press silence cannot last.
Read MoreThe Abdication
Season Finale
December 20, 1978
• 1h
1x7
Final part of the seven episode dramatisation of the romance between Edward, Prince Of Wales, and Mrs. Wallis Simpson.
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