The fascinating story of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth is recounted in this sumptuous television drama. It all begins in 1920, when the then-Duke of York Albert (James Wilby), known affectionately as Bertie, meets and falls in love with the aristocratic, 19-year-old Elizabeth Bowes-Lytton (Juliet Aubrey). Although their .. Read more
| Starring | James Wilby, Juliet Aubrey, Alan Bates, Eileen Atkins |
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| Director | Giles Foster |
| Genres | Drama |
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The fascinating story of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth is recounted in this sumptuous television drama. It all begins in 1920, when the then-Duke of York Albert (James Wilby), known affectionately as Bertie, meets and falls in love with the aristocratic, 19-year-old Elizabeth Bowes-Lytton (Juliet Aubrey). Although their marriage makes international headlines, the mild, unprepossessing Bertie knows that he will always play second fiddle to his dashing older brother, the Prince of Wales, in the hearts and minds of the British people. This is never more true than when Bertie's brother ascends to the throne as King Edward VIII in 1936. That same year, however, the new King abdicates so that he may marry the woman of his choice, thereby thrusting the reluctant Bertie into the limelight as Monarch of the British Isles. Spurred on by the love and devotion of his lifelong helpmate Elizabeth, Bertie -- now King George -- proves more than worthy of his new burdens and responsibilities, especially during the darkest days of WWII.
| Starring | James Wilby, Juliet Aubrey, Alan Bates, Eileen Atkins, Robert Hardy, Corin Redgrave |
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| Director | Giles Foster |
| Studio | SPIRIT ENTERTAINMENT |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 38 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Hearing-impaired | English |
| Released | Production year: 2002 To Rent: DVD: 10 Jun 2002 |
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Good Drama
Drama at its best with excellent casting. A very enjoyable film and settings.
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Living in the land of the common people
My rating is one of excellence. I thoroughly enjoyed the way that the 'Family' were depicted as people; which they are.
The film covers the ... read more »
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Bertie & Elizabeth
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suprisingly entertaining
I was suprise to find out at the end of this how much my hubby had enjoyed this true story about the royals. It gives an interesting account of the lives of The... read more »
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