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First Aired: 20252 Seasons

Secrets of the Royal Traditions

Series Overview

Revealing how the monarchy uses traditions to maintain a place in the British nation's identity.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
5
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 10 Episodes

Air Date Window

2025 – Present

Premiered: Sat, Apr 26, 2025

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Feb 14, 2026

Season 2, Episode 4: “Heir and Spare / Royal Influence”

A look into the turbulent history of why every monarch is expected to produce at least two offspring, preferably male, known as the tradition of the Heir and a Spare. Other practices explored in this edition include the curious custom of royal warrants issued to everyone from cornflake manufacturers to broadband suppliers, an endorsement worth millions of pounds to many British manufacturers and an intriguing insight into the eating habits and day to day activities of the royal family.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Douglas

Producers

Michael Douglas, Oliver Wright, Simon Newton

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Douglas

Director

Michael Douglas

Producer

Simon Newton

Producer

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What is Secrets of the Royal Traditions about?

Revealing how the monarchy uses traditions to maintain a place in the British nation's identity.

How many seasons does Secrets of the Royal Traditions have?

Secrets of the Royal Traditions comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Secrets of the Royal Traditions?

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Who created or directed Secrets of the Royal Traditions?

Secrets of the Royal Traditions was developed and directed by Michael Douglas.