The QE2

Documentary 2018

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Exploring the history of the Queen Elizabeth 2 liner, which was one of the most influential maritime designs in British history. Featuring interviews with the QE2's crew and the workers who built her.

Documentary 2018

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

One of the grandest vessels to ever set sail was the Queen Elizabeth 2. She very nearly didn't come into existence at all as strikes and looting blighted her creation. Then on her naming day, Her Majesty the Queen had a surprise for everyone.

44 min · 1 Jan 2017 U
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

To keep the QE2 afloat financially its owners came up with an innovative way to keep passengers spending, by installing shops and a casino, an idea that has been replicated countless times since. With many passengers being wealthy widows, the company employed male dance hosts to keep them happy.

43 min · 1 Jan 2017 U

Andy Robbins

Director
Michael Wadding

Producer
Andy Robbins

Producer
Jeff Anderson

Producer

About

The QE2

DOCUMENTARY

Exploring the history of the Queen Elizabeth 2 liner, which was one of the most influential maritime designs in British history. Featuring interviews with the QE2's crew and the workers who built her.

Information

Studio: Channel 5
Released: 2018

Languages

Subtitles: English (United Kingdom)