Take a closer look at George III and how a tale of mental illness changed Britain.

Madness of King George Lucy Worsley Investigates

Premiered May 22, 2022
Madness of King George

How did George III’s mental illness change Britain? Lucy Worsley uncovers Royal papers and explores how the assassination attempt on his life by a mentally ill subject changed psychiatry forever.

About the Program

Lucy Worsley Investigates

Lucy Worsley re-investigates some of the most dramatic chapters in British history. She uncovers forgotten witnesses, re-examines old evidence and follows new clues.

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