Wallis & Edward

– In 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, a twice divorce..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.50 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 34 Minutes
Release Year:
2005
Wallis & Edward (2005)

In 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, a twice divorced American. These events caused a scandal around the world and Wallis has since been demonised as the woman who stole the King of England. Wallis and Edward is the first time that the events have been considered from Wallis's point of view. The drama follows the beginning of their affair whilst Edward was Prince of Wales and Wallis was still married to Ernest Simpson.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
UK
Filming Locations:
Genre:
Release Date:

18 Dec 2005

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
NOT RATED

Director:

David Moore

Writer:

Sarah Williams

Main Actors:

Joely Richardson, David Westhead, Lisa Kay, Helena Michell

Plot:

In 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, a twice-divorced American. These events caused a scandal around the world. Wallis and Edward is an attempt to portray the romantic aspects of the story from Wallis's point of view. The drama follows the beginning of their affair whilst Edward was Prince of Wales and Wallis was still married to Ernest Simpson.

Production:

Acorn Media

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.5/10