A King's Story_
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A King's Story is a 1965 British documentary film directed by Harry Booth about the life of King Edward VIII, from his birth until abdication in 1936. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Starring
King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom, Wallis Simpson, Orson Welles
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Prime Video
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King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom →
King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom stars as Himself in A King's Story.
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Year context
A King's Story was released 61 years ago in 1965.
Overview
A King's Story is a 1965 British documentary film directed by Harry Booth about the life of King Edward VIII, from his birth until abdication in 1936. It was...
A King's Story is a History, Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 42m.
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What is A King's Story about?
A King's Story is a 1965 British documentary film directed by Harry Booth about the life of King Edward VIII, from his birth until abdication in 1936. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
How long is A King's Story?
A King's Story has a runtime of 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Who stars in A King's Story?
The cast of A King's Story includes King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom, Wallis Simpson, Orson Welles.
What is the rating of A King's Story?
A King's Story has a rating of 5.7 out of 10 based on 3 votes on TMDB.
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History
Documentary