First Aired: 20251 Season

What's the Monarchy For?

Topics:#tradition #symbolism #modernity #influence #politics #governance #controversy #ceremony #reform #national identity #sovereignty #legacy

Series Overview

David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the institution at the heart of our national life: the monarchy.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries

Original Network

BBC One

Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

58 min per episode

Air Date Window

2025 – 2025

Premiered: Tue, Dec 2, 2025

Created By

David Dimbleby

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Dec 16, 2025

Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”

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?

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Miniseries

3 Episodes →

Cast & Creators

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David Dimbleby

Self - Presenter

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Vicki Cooper, Christian Collerton

Screenplay & Story

David Dimbleby

Producers

Vicki Cooper, Monika Ghosh, Lucie Duxbury, James House

Department Leadership Roster

Vicki Cooper

Director

David Dimbleby

Writer

Vicki Cooper

Producer

Monika Ghosh

Producer

Christian Collerton

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About What's the Monarchy For?

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What is What's the Monarchy For? about?

David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the institution at the heart of our national life: the monarchy.

How many seasons does What's the Monarchy For? have?

What's the Monarchy For? comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in What's the Monarchy For??

Key cast members in What's the Monarchy For? include David Dimbleby.

Who created or directed What's the Monarchy For??

What's the Monarchy For? was developed and directed by Vicki Cooper, Christian Collerton.