Heir & Spare: Charles & Anne (2023) FULL DOCUMENTARY | HD

Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but heavier is the burden of being next in line.

The British Royal family is built on the traditional duty until death. For every heir to the throne, there is a spare.

Charles knew he’d become King, following in his mother's footsteps, leaving his sister Anne behind. Despite their close childhood bond, becoming the reigning Monarch would definitely divide the pair.

When one steps up, the other must step back.

[audspod]

When have you ever heard of the Princess Royal being referred to as being the 'spare'? Never! Her Royal Highness just gets on with the job, supporting her brother and the family and doing great work for all her charities, God bless her.🙏

[auntkaz]

“Spare” is a state of mind when you come down to it. Anne has never had that mindset. She embraced a supportive, essential role as a member of the royal family and has been brilliant at it!

[ruthied.]

I have always admired Princess Anne. She has deserved great respect from everyone.❤ Very grounded with her emotions and willing to give her whole heart to her royal duties.

[makeithappengirl]

A spare that fully supported the heir, a very good example of family above anything else ❤
Princess Anne knows exactly what her role would be and made the best out of it.

[lisarussell]

She acted like an adult, put her family and country ahead of any feelings, if any, she might have had about not being next in line. Admirable woman.

[tinaorr]

The look she had while walking behind their mother's coffin was so telling and full of emotion it chokes me up each time I see it. To me it was like she was thinking beyond the pain of losing their mum, the heavy weight that must be on Charles now. Yes, it was a LONG wait for him to become Monarch... but it was at the expense of losing his mum to do so. So very very sad! I'm glad he has Anne!

[marielaausher]

I don’t think Princess Anne thought she was just a spare
She was so committed to her royal duties that she didn’t see a competition with Charles or resented him, she just wanted the best for the people

[nzlander]

One of the most saddest things when the late Queen died, was when Charles had just finished his first speech. There is a clip that shows him thanking the camera crew and technicians or whoever they were, and he is quite openly and unashamedly tearful. It was so very sad.

[tudorrosey]

This documentary was very touching and moving . It shows that even though Anne, The Princess Royal was a spare, she undoubtedly stood by her brother and has given her support and dedication to the Monarchy her whole life. No whining or complaining. She just comes in and does her job. I love seeing pictures of them when they were little. I know they are extremely close. She was a dutiful daughter to the Late Queen and is a dutiful and helpful sister to King Charles III. I pray that this Coronation day that is just days away is magical and that it goes off without a hitch. I pray that protesters are not so mean that they try to spook the horses as I have read in today’s column. Save it for another day. God Save The King 👑

[shonathompson]

The support that she gives her Brother to perform his role is unparalleled. She is a true asset to the Royal Family and such a grounded, hard worker.

[jackiegonzales]

What a beautiful documentary!

I’m from America and I have to tell you I have so much admiration for the Royal family. I honestly think they are a gift from God they are wonderful role models they show that they’re not perfect but they continue to do their duties with honor and stability for their country. !

God save the king !🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[vivianjames]

Princess Anne was only next in line until Andrew was born; though she certainly made a better job of her duties than Andrew ever did - but now William is the heir. The 'rules' have now changed, so for William's family, George follows William, and Charlotte is next in line. Anne managed to have her personal life as well as her doing her Royal duties.

[GlamorousTitanic]

Princess Anne is a woman anyone can admire. Her dedication to duty is to be commended.

[kayecastleman]

Anne was the spare until Andrew was born, which was almost ten years. Had Queen Elizabeth not had any children after her first two, and if Charles had died before having any children of his own, Anne would have become queen.

[martywanlass]

The whole world watched while this family honored their mother. It was something we all understood.

[_times_mum]

It is so lovely to see, The respect and love these two siblings have for each other..
They will always be there for each other, with support and encouragement, respect and love

[m.emilyonglatco]

Charles was a man ahead of his time: nature lover, artistic in temperament, king in waiting.
Never heard of Anne referred to as spare. I don't think that the rule of succession has her named as such.
Alas Anne would've been a great sovereign were it not for the accident of birth.
The coronation was equally historic and epic. I cried and got emotional 👑 🇺🇸 ♥️ 🇬🇧

[simonbird]

Most Royals who are not the heir to the thrown are thankful they aren’t. Being the Monarch is a huge responsibility!

[livinglife]

Excellent documentary. Just what we needed, unity around King Charles lll. God save the King 👑❤️. Princess Anne, the example of how to be a Spare, honorable, dignified, of service. God bless PRINCESS ANNE my prayers are with the Royals.👑❤️👑❤️👑❤️👑❤️👑❤️

[AllAJz]

She just understood her birthright as simple as that.
Always so regal and true and steadfast in her character.