Spying on the Royals

This 2-part documentary series reveals the truth about King Edward VIII's affair with American divorcée Wallis Simpson, and the espionage operation that accompanied the investigation.

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Created By

Paul Elston

Status

Ended

Original Name

Spying on the Royals

First Air Date

April 2, 2017

Last Air Date

April 9, 2017

Seasons

Episodes

Language

English

Production Companies

Brave New Media

Networks

Channel 4

S01E02

Episode 2

After his abdication, Edward and Wallis holiday in America, unaware they are being tailed by US intelligence agents. The outbreak of war and dealings with a Nazi collaborator in Lisbon raise concerns for MI5.

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