The Coronation
The 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II marked the moment when she was formally recognized as England's new sovereign in front of God and her subjects. Three hundred million people tuned in, making it the most watched event in history. Now, for the first time, Her Majesty shares memories of the ceremony. Join us as we unlock a thousand years of coronation secrets and provide an unprecedented, up-close look at the legendary Crown Jewels.
8.2
2018
59 mins
Where to Watch
Videos (3)
The Coronation: Trailer - BBC One
Trailer
How comfortable is the queen's carriage? - The Coronation - BBC One
Clip
The story of the Imperial State Crown - The Coronation: Preview - BBC One
Clip
Cast
Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
Self
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Self
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Self (archive footage)
King George VI of the United Kingdom
Self (archive footage)
Keeley Hawes
Self - Narrator (voice)
John Hall
Self
Lady Glenconner
Self
Bernard Fitzalan-Howard
Self (archive footage)
Alastair Bruce
Self - Royal Commentator (voice)