Queen of the World

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  • TV-G
  • 2018
  • 1 Season
  • 6.5  (116)

Queen of the World is a documentary series that premiered on HBO in 2018. The show gives an exclusive insight into the world of Queen Elizabeth II and the role that the British monarchy plays on the global stage, all from the perspective of the younger generation of Royals.

Through two episodes, the show follows the preparation for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) which was held in London in 2018. The first episode, titled "Episode One: A New Chapter" shows how the younger members of the Royal family are coming together to create their own initiatives in order to modernize the role of the monarchy for the coming generations.

Viewers get to see the dynamic between generations and how the younger members of the Royal family, like Prince William and Prince Harry, are becoming more influential in the royal protocol. They are seen engaging in different projects related to causes they care about, like mental health and wildlife conservation.

In the second episode, "Episode Two: Power and Responsibility", the focus is shifted to the preparations for the CHOGM. The younger Royals are actively involved in the meetings and events leading up to this important global gathering. Throughout the episode, we see Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle working in various capacities to support the Queen in welcoming guests from around the world. The younger members of the Royal family are clearly aware of the role they play in promoting and strengthening the global influence of the British monarchy.

The show features interviews with key figures of the royal household, such as the Queen's private secretary, Sir Christopher Geidt, and many senior members of the British Commonwealth. These interviews help give context to the role that the Royal family plays in modern-day society, how their work is perceived globally, and what challenges lie ahead.

Moreover, the show also has some rare footage of the private moments shared by the Queen, like when she viewed old video footage of herself from her early days on the throne with her bridesmaids. This gives an inside, personal look at the Queen that is a rarity in the public eye.

The show also covers the preparation, design, and creation of the Commonwealth Canopy, a global environmental initiative which aims to preserve the world's forests. Prince William is seen leading this ambitious project by rallying different people around the globe to plant trees and come together for a shared cause.

Overall, Queen of the World is a fascinating look inside the workings of the monarchy and the Queen's role in the global community. While the focus is on the younger generation of Royals, the Queen herself is still prominently featured and admired throughout the series. The show provides a glimpse into a world that is usually very private and helps to provide an understanding of the historical and ceremonial aspects of the British monarchy. The viewer is drawn into the lives of the Royal family, their influence and their impact, in a way that is both entertaining and informative.

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Episode 2
2. Episode 2
October 2, 2018
The final episode goes behind the scenes to capture the moment the Queen awards a knighthood, films a personal audience she holds with three Commonwealth young leaders and follows the staff at Buckingham Palace as the Queen prepares to host an historic summit for all 53 leaders of the Commonwealth, the first time such an event has been held in London for thirty years.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
September 25, 2018
Documentary examining the Queen's role on the global stage and the baton she is passing to the younger members of the Royal Family as they continue to build the Commonwealth connection. Featuring cine footage from the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's private film archives and treasures of the Royal Collection, cameras focus on her early years as Head of the Commonwealth.
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  • Premiere Date
    September 25, 2018
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (116)