Royal wedding fever is spreading across the world with international broadcasters snapping up British documentaries on the happy couple’s engagement.

The programmes, produced by BBC Worldwide, have been sold to broadcasters across the globe at the MIPTV media market event in Cannes, revealing that the interest in Prince William and Kate’s big day has travelled further afield.

One production entitled William and Kate – A Royal Engagement, has sold to 32 broadcasters internationally, including in the US, Australia and Thailand.