Edward & Mrs. Simpson (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1978, Edward & Mrs. Simpson is a drama, romance and tv movie film directed by Waris Hussein, running about 350 minutes.
What it’s about. While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intentions to marry her.
Who’s in it. Edward & Mrs. Simpson stars Edward Fox as King Edward VIII, Cynthia Harris as Wallis Warfield Simpson, David Waller as Stanley Baldwin and Peggy Ashcroft as Queen Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Edward & Mrs. Simpson sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Edward & Mrs. Simpson page.
If you liked it. Fans of Edward & Mrs. Simpson tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Edward & Mrs. Simpson (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Edward & Mrs. Simpson change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Edward & Mrs. Simpson worth watching?
- Edward & Mrs. Simpson holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Edward & Mrs. Simpson?
- Edward & Mrs. Simpson stars Edward Fox, Cynthia Harris, David Waller, Peggy Ashcroft and Nigel Hawthorne.
- When was Edward & Mrs. Simpson released?
- Edward & Mrs. Simpson was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 350 minutes.