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The Best Episodes of Spying on the Royals Season 1

Every episode of Spying on the Royals Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Spying on the Royals Season 1!

Binge this in 1h 33m•Peaking at 7.5/10

This 2-part documentary series reveals the truth about King Edward VIII's affair with American divorcée Wallis Simpson, and the espionage operation that accompanied the investigation.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Spying on the Royals Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    In 1935, suspecting that Edward was being blackmailed, King George V ordered his son to be put under surveillance. In 1936, the Home Office ordered MI5 to listen into the future king's phone calls.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Spying on the Royals Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    After his abdication, Edward and Wallis holiday in America, unaware they are being tailed by US intelligence agents. The outbreak of war and dealings with a Nazi collaborator in Lisbon raise concerns for MI5.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Spying on the Royals" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 17 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/2/2017. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".