The Princess (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2022, The Princess is a history and documentary film directed by Ed Perkins, running about 104 minutes. “Her life. Our obsession.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Decades after her untimely death, Princess Diana continues to evoke mystery, glamour, and the quintessential modern fairy tale gone wrong. As a symbol of both the widening fissures weakening the British monarchy and the destructive machinery of the press, the Princess of Wales navigated an unparalleled rise to fame and the corrosive challenges that came alongside it. Crafted entirely from immersive archival footage and free from the distraction of retrospective voices, this hypnotic and audaciously revealing documentary takes a distinctive formal approach, allowing the story of the People’s Princess to unfold before us like never before.
Who’s in it. The Princess stars Diana, Princess of Wales as Self (archive footage), King Charles III of the United Kingdom as Self (archive footage) (uncredited), Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom as Self (archive footage) (uncredited) and Prince William as Self (archive footage) (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Princess has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Princess page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Princess tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Princess (2022)?
- In US, The Princess is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Princess worth watching?
- The Princess holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Princess?
- The Princess stars Diana, Princess of Wales, King Charles III of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Prince William and Prince Harry.
- When was The Princess released?
- The Princess was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.