Edward and Mrs Simpson
1978 - 1978
The Little Prince
8th November 1978Episode 1
Edward, Prince of Wales, meets Lady Furness and, in East Africa, goes on a private safari with her. Back in England, she becomes hostess at his residence at Fort Belvedere and introduces him to Wallis Simpson.Venus at the Prow
15th November 1978Episode 2
In part 2, Edward's growing infatuation with Wallis creates scandal. In Biarritz the couple cross the boundary between friendship and love.The New King
22nd November 1978Episode 3
In part 3, George V has died. Ernest Simpson tells Edward that Wallis has to choose between them.The Divorce
29th November 1978Episode 4
Wallis's divorce is heard at Ipswich, Stanley Baldwin pressures Edward and Beaverbrook persuades the press to keep quiet.The Decision
6th December 1978Episode 5
Edward refuses all advice including warnings that press silence cannot last.Proposals
13th December 1978Episode 6
Harmsworth suggests that if Wallis marries Edward she should not take on his rank or succession.The Abdication
20th December 1978Episode 7
Final part of the seven episode dramatisation of the romance between Edward, Prince Of Wales, and Mrs. Wallis Simpson.Top Cast
Writer
Frances Donaldson
While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intention to marry her.
