The Crown (2016)

★★★★★ (8.2 / 2,462 votes)

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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.

Genre(s)Drama

Runtime0 min

Creator(s)Peter Morgan

MPAATV-MA

Actor(s)Imelda Staunton, Jonathan Pryce, Lesley Manville, Dominic West, Claudia Harrison, Marcia Warren

First Air DateNovember 4, 2016

CountryUnited Kingdom, United States of America

IMDb RatingID: tt4786824

Release Year2016

TMDb Rating8.2 / 2,462 votes

Keyword(s): england, queen, prince, dynasty, royal family, princess, based on true story, royalty, based on play or musical, british politics, british history, palace intrigue, historical drama, thoughtful, british royal family, british monarchy, political, power, intimate

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Seasons & Episodes

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6 Seasons 60 Episodes

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Season 2

10 episodesFirst aired: 2017-12-08

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.

Episode Guide

Season 2

E01★ 7.9

Misadventure

2017-12-0857 min

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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★ 7.7

A Company of Men

2017-12-0855 min

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Elizabeth feels disconnected from Philip. Eden copes with international pressure and ill health. An interview stirs up harrowing memories for Philip.

E03★ 7.9

Lisbon

2017-12-0856 min

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Palace insiders try to prevent a scandal that could reflect poorly on Philip. Eden faces censure from his cabinet and the press.

E04★ 7.8

Beryl

2017-12-0861 min

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When Elizabeth and Philip throw a grand party for their 10th anniversary, both Margaret and the new Prime Minister experience romantic tribulations.

E05★ 8.4

Marionettes

2017-12-0861 min

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After Elizabeth makes a tone-deaf speech at a Jaguar factory, she and the monarchy come under public attack from an outspoken lord.

E06★ 8.5

Vergangenheit

2017-12-0862 min

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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★ 7.5

Matrimonium

2017-12-0860 min

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A letter from Peter Townsend spurs Margaret to make a bold proposal. Elizabeth has good news that causes complications for Margaret.

E08★ 8.3

Dear Mrs. Kennedy

2017-12-0857 min

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Inspired by Jackie Kennedy and against her government's wishes, Elizabeth takes an unconventional approach to resolving an issue with Ghana.

E09★ 8.1

Paterfamilias

2017-12-0860 min

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Philip insists that Prince Charles attend his alma mater in Scotland and reminisces about the life-changing difficulties he experienced there.

E10★ 7.9

Mystery Man

2017-12-0859 min

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A salacious government scandal hits close to home for Elizabeth and Philip. Elizabeth retreats to Scotland for rest during a difficult pregnancy.