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19th Aug 2022

The Princess documentary looks to shed new light on the life of Diana Spencer

Rory Cashin

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This new documentary comes from the creators of some of the most powerful documentaries of recent years.

Diana Spencer remains a cornerstone of conversation whenever anything comes up to do with the royal family, or the impact aspects of modern journalism have had on the most rich and famous people in the world.

Within the world of television and movies, many filmmakers are still trying to unravel the events of her life and death. This is at the centre of the brand new documentary The Princess, which you can stream with a NOW Entertainment Membership.

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The documentary follows the relationship of Diana and Charles, across nearly two decades as constant targets for the tabloids and the 24-hour news cycle.

Archival video footage shows some of the key events in Diana’s life, from their initial courtship, through to the wedding that the entire world watched and the arrival of their two sons.

It will also look at the couple’s painful divorce, as well as Diana’s untimely death on 31 August 1997.

The new documentary is directed by Oscar-nominated Ed Perkins (Black Sheep), and produced by the Oscar-winning creator of Man On Wire, as well as the Emmy-winning creator of the brilliant musical documentary Tina.

The Princess is available to stream with a NOW Entertainment Membership.

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