About this season
Royal Autopsy investigates the cause of death of two of Britain’s most famous monarchs: Queen Elizabeth I and King Charles II, in an entirely new and realistic way. Professor Alice Roberts will bring together a blend of historical and medical expertise and by using contemporaneous accounts and documents piece together how and why these monarchs died.
Episodes (2)
1. Charles II
7.0Aired 7 February 2023 • 45 min
Based on the evidence from their unique in-depth investigations, Professor Alice Roberts and Dr. Brett Lockyer will reveal what they believe really killed King Charles II.
2. Elizabeth I
7.0Aired 14 February 2023 • 45 min
Based on the evidence from their unique in-depth investigations, Professor Alice Roberts and Dr. Brett Lockyer will reveal what they believe really killed Queen Elizabeth I, over 300 years ago.