While we had all known about the British Royal family and their general story, The Crown brought us all the inside tea. Yes, the show has “fictionalised versions of real events” but you know that’s only the official line, don’t you? While we had thought that this was the closest we would ever get to knowing what actually happens in Buckingham Palace, we were blessed with something even better. Meghan and Harry’s explosive, revelatory interview with Oprah Winfrey aired on March 7 and instantly made global headlines. So, if you need all kinds of context behind the drama, we have a series of shows and movies for you. Understand The Firm, the family, and everything that has been conspiring behind closed doors. And there’s some humour in here too, for those of you who have had enough of reality. Here are eight movies and shows based on the Royal family which you should watch.
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1. The Royal House of Windsor
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The Royal House of Windsor is a docuseries that narrates the story of the British Royals. The show has multiple televised documents that have never caught the public eye. Much like the show The Crown, it starts with the abdication of Edward VIII and takes the viewer up to recent events. You can also catch the beginning of Prince William and Kate’s romance!
Stream it on Netflix.
2. Diana: In Her Own Words
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The people’s princess, Lady D suffered a fate much worse than anyone could have imagined. And Diana: In Her Own Words brings out her real-life struggles and problems within the Royal family. The film is a series of secret interviews which Princess Diana had recorded with author Andrew Morton.
Stream it on Disney+ Hotstar.
3. The Windsors
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The Windsors is a real treat for anyone who enjoys a little royal drama. It is a parody on the royals and no one is spared. Not even Prince William and Kate! So, if you are in the mood to watch something light-hearted on the Windsors, add this to your watchlist.
Stream it on Netflix.
4. Queen of the World
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Queen of the World is a documentary that gives you unprecedented access to Queen Elizabeth II. In this documentary, she talks about her duties as the queen and how they will be carried ahead by the next generation. The documentary also shows the lives of Prince William, Prince Harry, and their spouses which are quite interesting to watch.
Watch it on HBO Max.
5. Diana
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Loosely revolving around Lady Di’s life, Diana is a fictional piece that represents the last two years of her life. It has raised many eyeballs as the movie shows Diana’s love affair which was the source of a lot of criticism for the movie. This one is a controversial piece, so it is worth trying.
Stream it on Netflix.
6. Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy
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Approved by both of Diana’s sons, Prince William and Harry, this documentary shows her life as a loving mother. It takes us on the journey of the princes’ childhood and their fond memories of their late mother. From being the fun parent to letting her children live a normal childhood, Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy might be a tear-jerker for her fans.
Watch it on HBO Max.
7. Diana: The Royal Truth
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The former Princess of Wales had quite a tumultuous life that was kept away from the public for the longest time. Diana: The Royal Truth is an intimate glimpse into her life, created by Paul Burrell. He was a former servant of the British royal household and one of Diana’s close confidants.
Stream it on MX Player.
8. The Story of Diana
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The Story of Diana is another show that depicts the tragic fate of Princess Diana. It focuses on the most important phases of her life and is a two-part documentary. From an unhappy marriage to being hounded by the media, it’s a complete truth bomb.
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