The King's Speech

The son of George V, afflicted with a stammer, seeks the assistance of an eccentric Australian speech therapist after he unexpectedly ascends the throne. Presented as a fact‑based drama, the production features Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush in the lead roles.

The King's Speech is a programme presented in the form of a movie‑type drama. It centres on a historical episode involving the British monarchy, focusing on the period when the heir to the throne must confront personal obstacles before taking up his royal duties. The narrative follows the son of George V, who is plagued by a pronounced stammer. When circumstances thrust him unexpectedly onto the throne, he seeks the assistance of an eccentric Australian speech therapist. Their collaboration drives the story, charting the monarch’s attempts to find his voice while coping with the pressures that accompany sudden royal responsibility. The production is firmly rooted in factual history, portraying real‑world figures and events without venturing into fictional embellishment. It showcases the talents of Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush, whose performances highlight the contrast between the king’s speech difficulty and the therapist’s unconventional approach. Their on‑screen dynamic reinforces the programme’s dedication to a factual retelling, keeping the emphasis on the monarch’s genuine challenge of communicating effectively once he assumes his responsibilities. The narrative stays anchored in historical reality, steering clear of fictional embellishment.