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The Crown (2016)
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The gripping, decades-spanning inside story of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Prime Ministers who shaped Britain's post-war destiny. The Crown tells the inside story of two of the most famous addresses in the world – Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street – and the intrigues, love lives and machinations behind the great events that shaped the second half of the 20th century. Two houses, two courts, one Crown.
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Imelda StauntonQueen Elizabeth II
Jonathan PrycePrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Lesley ManvillePrincess Margaret
Dominic WestPrince Charles
Claudia HarrisonPrincess Anne
Marcia WarrenQueen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Key Crew
Andy HarriesExecutive Producer
Andy StebbingProducer
Christian SchwochowExecutive Producer
Martin HarrisonProducer
Matthew Byam-ShawExecutive Producer
Michael CaseyProducer
Oona O'BeirnProducer
Peter MorganTheatre Play
Peter MorganExecutive Producer
Robert FoxExecutive Producer
Stephen DaldryExecutive Producer
Suzanne MackieExecutive Producer
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Season 1
10 episodes · First aired 2016-11-04 · ★ 8.0 As a young Elizabeth becomes Queen, she must manage major political issues and personal matters, which often clash in ways she never imagined.
E01
Wolferton Splash
2016-11-04 · 57 min
A young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI’s health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.
E02
Hyde Park Corner
2016-11-04 · 61 min
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
E03
Windsor
2016-11-04 · 59 min
With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.
E04
Act of God
2016-11-04 · 58 min
When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
E05
Smoke and Mirrors
2016-11-04 · 55 min
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
E06
Gelignite
2016-11-04 · 58 min
Margaret and Peter come to Elizabeth with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.
E07
Scientia Potentia Est
2016-11-04 · 59 min
As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.
E08
Pride & Joy
2016-11-04 · 58 min
Elizabeth and Philip go on an exhausting world journey. Margaret takes over some of her sister’s official duties and tries to liven things up.
E09
Assassins
2016-11-04 · 60 min
As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
E10
Gloriana
2016-11-04 · 55 min
Margaret and Peter are reunited, but another obstacle stands in their way. Elizabeth is torn between her duty as Queen and her love for her sister.
Season 2
10 episodes · First aired 2017-12-08 · ★ 8.0 As a new era begins, Queen Elizabeth struggles to navigate a world that's changing around her while preserving both the monarchy and her marriage.
E01
Misadventure
2017-12-08 · 57 min
As Philip leaves for a long tour, Elizabeth makes an upsetting discovery. Prime Minister Eden wants to strike back after Egypt seizes the Suez Canal.
E02
A Company of Men
2017-12-08 · 55 min
Elizabeth feels disconnected from Philip. Eden copes with international pressure and ill health. An interview stirs up harrowing memories for Philip.
E03
Lisbon
2017-12-08 · 56 min
Palace insiders try to prevent a scandal that could reflect poorly on Philip. Eden faces censure from his cabinet and the press.
E04
Beryl
2017-12-08 · 61 min
When Elizabeth and Philip throw a grand party for their 10th anniversary, both Margaret and the new Prime Minister experience romantic tribulations.
E05
Marionettes
2017-12-08 · 61 min
After Elizabeth makes a tone-deaf speech at a Jaguar factory, she and the monarchy come under public attack from an outspoken lord.
E06
Vergangenheit
2017-12-08 · 62 min
A secret World War II document opens Elizabeth's eyes to grim realities about a family member. The Duke of Windsor campaigns to re-enter public life.
E07
Matrimonium
2017-12-08 · 60 min
A letter from Peter Townsend spurs Margaret to make a bold proposal. Elizabeth has good news that causes complications for Margaret.
E08
Dear Mrs. Kennedy
2017-12-08 · 57 min
Inspired by Jackie Kennedy and against her government's wishes, Elizabeth takes an unconventional approach to resolving an issue with Ghana.
E09
Paterfamilias
2017-12-08 · 60 min
Philip insists that Prince Charles attend his alma mater in Scotland and reminisces about the life-changing difficulties he experienced there.
E10
Mystery Man
2017-12-08 · 59 min
A salacious government scandal hits close to home for Elizabeth and Philip. Elizabeth retreats to Scotland for rest during a difficult pregnancy.
