The Way Ahead

Guest stars

James Murrayas Prince Andrew

Sam Woolfas Prince Edward

Andrew Havillas Robert Fellowes

Michael Buerkas Newsreader (voice)

John Humphrysas Newsreader (voice)

Ed Sayeras Equerry

Flora Montgomeryas Norma Major

Daniel Flynnas Andrew Parker Bowles

Martin Turneras Lord Chamberlain

Richard Rycroftas Archbishop of Canterbury

Alastair Mackenzieas Richard Aylard

James Harper-Jonesas Tom Parker Bowles

EEmilia Lazenbyas Laura Parker Bowles

Victor McGuireas Amateur Radio Operator

Crew

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