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Princess Margaret: The Rebel Royal

Princess Margaret: The Rebel Royal

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Princess Margaret: The Rebel Royal

2018- 2018

1 Seasons

2 Episodes

3.8(6 votes)

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Overview

This two-part series profiles Princess Margaret, whose life and loves reflected the social and sexual revolution that transformed Britain during the 20th century.

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Princess Margaret

Princess Margaret

Self (archive footage)

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

Self (archive footage)

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