Crown In Crisis: Divorce

45' Documentary UK

Movie Info Sheet

Edward VIII’s abdication in December 1936 remains one of the most shocking events in British royal history. His decision to step down from the throne was driven by his desire to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcée, a union opposed by both the British government and the Church of England. On December 11, Edward delivered a historic radio address to explain his choice, expressing that he could not fulfill his duties as king while divided between the monarchy and his love for Wallis. His abdication marked the first time in British history that a monarch voluntarily relinquished the throne, paving the way for his brother, George VI, to ascend the throne.

Production
Tudor Productions

Director
Remone Jones

Territories
French speaking World (excluding French speaking Canada)