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Edward and Mrs Simpson

Series Overview

While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intention to marry her.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
ITV1
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 7 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1978 – 1978

Premiered: Wed, Nov 8, 1978

Created By
Frances Donaldson
Simon Raven

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Dec 20, 1978

Season 1, Episode 7: “The Abdication”

Final part of the seven episode dramatisation of the romance between Edward, Prince Of Wales, and Mrs. Wallis Simpson.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Frances Donaldson, Simon Raven

Screenplay & Story

Simon Raven, Frances Donaldson

Original Score & Music

Ron Grainer

Film Editing

Beryl Wilkins

Producers

Andrew Brown

Department Leadership Roster

Andrew Brown

Producer

Simon Raven

Writer

Frances Donaldson

Writer

Beryl Wilkins

Editor

Jennie Tate

Costume Design

Allan Cameron

Production Design

Martyn Hebert

Production Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Edward and Mrs Simpson.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edward and Mrs Simpson

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What is Edward and Mrs Simpson about?

While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intention to marry her.

How many seasons does Edward and Mrs Simpson have?

Edward and Mrs Simpson comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Edward and Mrs Simpson?

Key cast members in Edward and Mrs Simpson include Edward Fox, Cynthia Harris.

Who created or directed Edward and Mrs Simpson?

Edward and Mrs Simpson was developed and directed by Frances Donaldson, Simon Raven.