"The Almost Royal Family" is a 1984 episode of the American television anthology series ABC Afterschool Special, which aired on October 24, 1984.
[1] When the Henderson family learn that they have inherited a small island located in the middle of the St. Lawrence Seaway, this does not please some of the younger members of this New York City family, especially the eldest daughter Suzanne, who would rather enjoy another fun "Summer in the city".
She idolizes Diana, Princess of Wales and wishes for a life of royalty.
That wish is about to come true when, while attempting to buy supplies at a US general store, they learn that the island is the subject of a border dispute between the United States and Canada.
Suzanne, miffed that the family just became part of a political issue between the two countries, decide to solve the problem: by suggesting that the family declare their independence... from both the US and Canada!