King George VI of the United Kingdom
Date of birth: 1895-12-14
Place of birth: Norfolk, United Kingdom
Known for: Acting
Also known as: Albert Frederick Arthur George, Albert Windsor, Duke of York
Biography
George VI (Albert Frederick Arthur George; 14 December 1895 – 6 February 1952) was King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Commonwealth from 11 December 1936 until his death in 1952. He was the last Emperor of India and the first Head of the Commonwealth.
Movie Credits
The Memphis Belle
1944-04-13
This WW2 documentary centers on the crew of the American B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle as it pr
The Guns of August
1964-12-24
Traces the origins and actions of World War I, from the funeral of Britain's King Edward VII to the
Royal Wives at War
2016-01-08
The Queen Mother and Wallis Simpson look back at the dramatic events of 1936, which led to King Edwa
Pogrzeb Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego 12-V-18-V 1935
1935-05-12
Józef Piłsudski died on May 12, 1935. Many Poles were deeply affected by his passing. The Marshal's
The Debate Continues
1950-10-28
This historic film documents the restoration of the House of Commons, which was severely damaged by
The Queen and the Coup
2020-06-14
Planned by Britain’s MI6 and then executed by America’s C.I.A., the coup d’état which follows will d
Forgotten Treasure
1943-07-24
This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short highlights the film preservation efforts of the Muse
The Coronation of King George VI
1937-01-24
Early film of the preparation for the coronation and of the coronation itself. The coronation of Kin
Elizabeth: The Unseen Queen
2022-05-29
The story of Queen Elizabeth II in her own words, featuring never-before-seen home movies.
The Fight For Peace
1939-01-01
A documentary about the threat of war breaking out in Europe, focusing on Hitler, Stalin and Mussoli
A Web of War
1996-01-01
The stories of the battles that brought together a Polish cavalry officer, a Canadian captain, and a
Children of the Royal Family of England
1900-01-01
Prince Edward of York, executing the manual of arms, attended by Prince Albert, and Princess Victori
The King Who Fooled Hitler
2019-05-05
In a tale of double agents and decoys, this documentary reveals, for the first time, the story of Ki
Backstage at the White House
1985-07-19
This unique glimpse into the private lives of our Presidents and their families showcases some of th
Over the Seas to Belfast
1946-08-31
This Traveltalk series short begins aboard the RMS Scythia as it exits Halifax Harbor. The Scythia i
The Royal Visit
1939-11-18
This feature documentary offers a complete record of the 1939 Royal Tour of Canada by King George VI
The Aegean Tragedy
1961-09-04
Documentary on the Greek history of the first half of the 20th century, from the Balkan wars until D
Elizabeth & Philip: Love and Duty
2017-11-20
Kirsty Young celebrates the 70th wedding anniversary of the Queen and Prince Philip by examining the
The Coronation
2018-01-14
The 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II marked the moment when she was formally recognized as Engl
The Phoney War
2019-08-27
September 3rd, 1939. Britain and France declare war on Nazi Germany, only two days after the Wehrmac
Edward & George: Two Brothers, One Throne
2012-05-18
The complex relationship between royal brothers Edward VIII and George VI, who were both at the hear
The Man Who Saw Tomorrow
1981-01-09
Hosted by Orson Welles, this documentary utilizes a grab bag of dramatized scenes, stock footage, TV
The Corporation
2003-09-10
Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational mod
The Real King's Speech
2011-02-23
The true story of King George VI's struggle to overcome his stammer, and the parts played in his bat
The Royal Wedding
1947-11-19
This amazing film of the Royal Wedding was shot by the late Jack Cardiff, a pioneer cameraman workin
America's First Lady in Britain
1942-10-29
Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt arrives in London and visits St Paul's Cathedral and Stepney.
London Can Take It!
1940-10-01
A tribute to the courage and resiliency of Britons during the darkest days of the London Blitz.
Inside Buckingham Palace
2015-01-01
Buckingham Palace is a symbol of Britain and one of the most iconic buildings in the world. For over
Britain and the Blitz
2025-05-05
Documentary looking back at a Britain during the darkest days of WWII using stunning new archived fo
The Royal Wedding
1923-04-30
The wedding of the Duke of York, the future George VI, to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. Included on the
Gentlemen, The Queen
1953-01-01
Compiled in 1953, this is a scrapbook-style documentary about Britain’s Monarch, Queen Elizabeth II.
Zwischen Glück und Krone
1959-03-18
The story of a young woman named Maria, who unexpectedly inherits a royal title and a castle after t