What's the Monarchy For? — Season 1
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the monarchy.
About this season
David Dimbleby examines the power, wealth and survival of the monarchy.
Episodes (3)
1. Episode 1
Aired 2 December 2025 • 58 min
With access to political players and royal insiders, broadcaster David Dimbleby asks: how much power does the monarch really have – and is it more than we tend to think?
2. Episode 2
Aired 9 December 2025 • 58 min
Over the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Windsors amassed extraordinary private wealth without us noticing. How did they do it? David Dimbleby shines a light on the secrets of royal money.
3. Episode 3
Aired 16 December 2025 • 59 min
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?