Seasons
Final part of the seven episode dramatisation of the romance between Edward, Prince Of Wales, and Mrs. Wallis Simpson.
Harmsworth suggests that if Wallis marries Edward she should not take on his rank or succession.
Edward refuses all advice including warnings that press silence cannot last.
Wallis's divorce is heard at Ipswich, Stanley Baldwin pressures Edward and Beaverbrook persuades the press to keep quiet.
In part 3, George V has died. Ernest Simpson tells Edward that Wallis has to choose between them.
In part 2, Edward's growing infatuation with Wallis creates scandal. In Biarritz the couple cross the boundary between friendship and love.
Description
While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intention to marry her.
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CastEdward FoxCynthia Harris
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Channel
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Premiere DateNovember 08, 1978
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Rating6.8 (6)
