Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in British history, died at the age of 96 on Thursday. She was born in 1926 and ascended to the throne in 1952, following the death of her father King George VI. Her death marks the end of an era.

Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most celebrated monarchs in recent history. During her reign, she witnessed multiple social changes in the United Kingdom. The Queen's life was full of intriguing moments, from her coronation to her marriage to Prince Philip.

The late monarch's life is one of the most documented persons in history. Here are some of the best ones:

Elizabeth: A Portrait in Part(s)

The documentary "Elizabeth: A Portrait in Part(s)" is a fascinating look at the life of one of Britain's most iconic monarchs. Through a series of interviews with people close to the queen, the film gives an intimate and revealing look at her life, from her early years on the throne to her present-day role as a respected world leader.

It is available on Hulu.

The Coronation

The documentary is a fascinating look at the life of Queen Elizabeth II. The film chronicles her early life as a princess, her ascension to the throne and her coronation. It also delves into her relationships with her husband, Prince Philip, and her children, Charles, Anne and Andrew. The documentary is narrated by Keeley Hawes and features interviews with members of the royal family, as well as the Queen herself. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the British monarchy.

Available on Paramount +

Queen Elizabeth II: The Unlikely Queen

The film, released in 2012, covers her early life as a princess, her ascension to the throne and her 60-year reign. It also covers some of the challenges she faced as queen, including the abdication of her uncle, King Edward VIII, and the divorce of her sister, Princess Margaret.

Available on Prime Video

Queen Elizabeth II: The Diamond Celebration

Produced in high definition and with rare archival footage, the show tells how Elizabeth II became the monarch of Great Britain and the Commonwealth. It covers her father's death and her ascension to the throne, as well as her marriage to Prince Philip and the birth of her children. It also covers more recent events such as the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Available on Prime Video

The Majestic Life of Queen Elizabeth II

It was produced in 2012, during Queen Elizabeth's 60th year of reign. The documentary chronicles the life of the queen, from her early days as a princess to her reign as the monarch of the United Kingdom.

Available on Prime Video

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