What's the Monarchy For?
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the institution at the heart of our national life: the monarchy.
Cast
David Dimbleby
Self - Presenter
Seasons
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the monarchy.
E1Episode 1
Dec 2, 2025
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?
E2Episode 2
Dec 9, 2025
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.
E3Episode 3
Dec 16, 2025
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?
Storyline
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the institution at the heart of our national life: the monarchy.
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