King George VI: The Man Behind the King's Speech

King George VI: The Man Behind the King's Speech

85 mins | Documentary, History | July 1, 2011

This documentary tells the story of the man who overcame his own failings for the sake of his nation. When his older brother, Edward VIII, abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson, nervous-mannered successor George "Bertie" VI was plagued with shyness and a speech impediment when speaking to his subjects. An introvert as well as a humble man, events and circumstances resulted in him becoming an inspiration for the British nation during its war with Germany.

King George VI: The Man Behind the King's Speech

85 mins | Documentary, History | July 1, 2011

King George VI: The Man Behind the King's Speech
This documentary tells the story of the man who overcame his own failings for the sake of his nation. When his older brother, Edward VIII, abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson, nervous-mannered successor George "Bertie" VI was plagued with shyness and a speech impediment when speaking to his subjects. An introvert as well as a humble man, events and circumstances resulted in him becoming an inspiration for the British nation during its war with Germany.
IMDb rating 6.7
Producers ITN Productions, A2B Media
Original title King George VI: The Man Behind the King's Speech
Directors Alan Bryon
Writers

Cast

Colin Firth

as Himself

Tim Ewart

as Himself

Peter Conradi

as Himself

Tom Hooper

as Himself

Mark Logue

as Himself