An all-star British cast brings this story of love and accidental royalty to life. In 1920, when a well-bred, spirited young woman named Elizabeth Bowes Lyon accepted a dance from the duke of York, she had no idea her decision would have such consequences. Second in line for the throne, Bertie was a reserved young man unlike his brother, Edward, who would soon inherit the crown. Bertie and Elizabeth fell in love, married, and had two daughters. But when Edward III gave up his throne in order to marry the woman he loved, the royal responsibilities fell on Bertie. With some hesitation, Bertie changed his name to Charles and became King Charles VI. Together, he and Queen Elizabeth helped to restore a nation wrought with the destruction of World War II. Though they never expected to become King and Queen, the couple lit up the world with their dignity and spirit. When Charles died from lung cancer in 1952, Elizabeth took the throne. Even today, the Queen Mum, who passed away in 2002 at the age of 101, is considered to be one of England's most beloved royal figures.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Additional Release Material: Letterboxed Link to the Masterpiece Theater website Closed Captions Described video for the hearing impaired
