The Coronation

Overview

The 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II marked the moment when she was formally recognized as England's new sovereign in front of God and her subjects. Three hundred million people tuned in, making it the most watched event in history. Now, for the first time, Her Majesty shares memories of the ceremony. Join us as we unlock a thousand years of coronation secrets and provide an unprecedented, up-close look at the legendary Crown Jewels.

Trailer

Cast

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
Herself
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Himself
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Herself (archive footage)
King George VI of the United Kingdom
King George VI of the United Kingdom
Himself (archive footage)
Keeley Hawes
Keeley Hawes
Narrator
John Hall
Himself
Lady Glenconner
Herself
Bernard Fitzalan-Howard 16th Duke of Norfolk
Himself (archive footage)
Alastair Bruce
Himself - Royal Commentator

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