Name: Buckingham Palace with Alexander Armstrong
Released: 2023-07-29T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Alexander Armstrong, JJ Chalmers, Raksha Dave

TV Show · Documentary · History

Alexander Armstrong leads an exclusive six-part look at the secrets of Buckingham Palace. One of the world's most famous buildings, the British royal residence's 250-year history is steeped in intrigue, love, tragedy, extravagance and madness.

2023 · 42m

Starring Alexander Armstrong, JJ Chalmers, Raksha Dave

Director Sam Bailey, Sam Elvin

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

The story begins in the late 18th century when the building first came into royal hands. Then, in 1761, the modest country pile caught the eye of King George III who started to make a mark on his new home.

42 min
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

From the tragic end to George III's occupancy through the debauched George IV's residence and on to the teenage Queen Victoria - a monarch who loved the palace.

41 min
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

1845 was a happy time for Victoria, Albert and their expanding family. The queen added some 200 rooms to the palace, including the iconic central balcony. Then in 1861 tragedy struck...

42 min
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

Buckingham Palace witnesses the triumphant - and tragic - final days of the Victorian era, and a new King breathes fresh life into the Palace as we arrive in the Edwardian era.

42 min
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

George V arrives on the throne and the House of Windsor is born, but life at Buckingham Palace is blown apart by the First World War. Plus, a VIP visit from Gandhi.

42 min
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

Buckingham Palace survives WWII and we arrive in the modern era as Queen Elizabeth II makes it her home. But what does the future hold for the iconic building?

42 min