Name: Britain In Colour
Released: 2019-11-17T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Stephen Mangan

TV Show · Documentary · History

The early half of the 20th century was an era of power, leadership, and transformation for Britain. Using cutting-edge digital technology, witness the dramatic stories of kings, queens, colonists, and a maverick prime minister, presented in colour.

2019 · 1m

Starring Stephen Mangan

EPISODE 1

Royalty

Colourisation of historic film creates a vivid portrait of the Royal Family from the late 19th century onwards. Includes the earliest film of Queen Victoria, and Edward and Wallis Simpson marrying in exile.

1 min
EPISODE 2

Empire

Colourised film creates a vivid portrait of the British empire from its peak in the early 20th century through uprisings, wars and inevitable decline. Includes early colour home movies from the Raj.

1 min
EPISODE 3

Churchill

Colourised of rare archival film and home movies brings Churchill back to life. Includes moments of drama, alongside playful scenes with Charlie Chaplin and losing his shorts in his swimming pool.

1 min