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5 Episodes 2010 - 2018
Episode 1
Sat, Dec 11, 201060 mins
The Japanese Imperial family is the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world, dating back to the 6th century BC. However, its central role in Japan has not shielded the family from controversy in recent years. Through personal scandals, and vagaries of the hereditary system, even to their own biology, it's been a rocky time. But what is left if every tradition is changeable?
Episode 2
Sat, Jan 1, 201160 mins
After over a decade of civil war, Nepal's monarchy was ousted from power and the new constitutional assembly formed a peace deal with Maoist guerrillas. The transformation begs the question of what will happen next in this kingdom turned secular republic.
Episode 3
Sat, Dec 15, 201860 mins
This remote Himalayan country is in the throes of a noble experiment. The ruling monarch has initiated a move towards Democracy, but this tiny country is challenged by encroaching influences as it tries to maintain autonomy and a sense of nationality.
Episode 4
Sat, Dec 18, 201060 mins
Unlike most, Cambodia's monarchy is not hereditary, the next monarch is chosen by the National Assembly from a pool of eligible candidates. When Sihamoni, a ballet dancer, was chosen, what sort of monarch were they hoping to crown?
Episode 5
Sat, Jan 1, 201160 mins
Financial problems have beset the royal house, despite huge oil resources making Brunei one of the richest countries in the world. The sultan has reigned for nearly four decades and faces the decision to move toward a partial democracy.