Edward and Mrs Simpson 1978
What is Edward and Mrs Simpson?
Edward and Mrs Simpson is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 7
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 8, 1978
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Edward and Mrs Simpson is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by ITV1. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 7 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A royal romance ignites a constitutional crisis in 1930s Britain.”
- Well‑crafted period drama
- Focus on real historical events
- Strong ensemble cast
- Only seven episodes, limiting depth
Watch it if you enjoy character‑driven historical dramas about royal intrigue.
Features adult themes of marriage, divorce, and political controversy, suited for mature viewers.
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What historical event does the series portray?
It dramatizes the events leading to King Edward VIII’s 1936 abdication.
How many episodes are in the series?
The series consists of seven episodes.
When was the series first broadcast?
It was first shown in 1978.
Which production company made the series?
The drama was produced by Thames Television.
Is the story based on real people?
Yes, it depicts the real figures King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson.
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