TV series
Duty lasts a lifetime.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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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Episode 1
A young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI’s health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.
Directed by Stephen DaldryWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Mark Tandy, Michael Bertenshaw
Episode 2
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
Directed by Stephen DaldryWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Harriet Walter, Simon Chandler, Kate Phillips, Michael Culkin
Episode 3
With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.
Directed by Philip MartinWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Daniel Betts, Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Beau Gadsdon, Verity Russell
Episode 4
When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
Directed by Julian JarroldWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Jo Stone-Fewings, Clive Francis, Harriet Walter, Simon Chandler, Kate Phillips, Michael Culkin, James Hillier, Pip Torrens
Episode 5
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
Directed by Philip MartinWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Anna Madeley, Harriet Walter, Simon Chandler
Episode 6
Margaret and Peter come to Elizabeth with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.
Directed by Julian JarroldWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Paul Thornley, Daniel Ings, Harry Hadden-Paton, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Harriet Walter, Will Keen, Pip Torrens
Episode 7
As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.
Directed by Benjamin CaronWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Harriet Walter, Alan Williams, Sara Vickers, Beau Gadsdon, Verity Russell
Episode 8
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.
Directed by Philip MartinWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Richard Clifford, James Hillier, Will Keen
Episode 9
As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
Directed by Benjamin CaronWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Jo Stone-Fewings, Daniel Ings, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Anna Madeley, Joseph Kloska, Harriet Walter, Simon Chandler
Episode 10
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.
Directed by Philip MartinWritten by Peter MorganGuest stars Paul Thornley, Billy Jenkins, Lizzy McInnerny, Anna Madeley, Mark Tandy, Beau Gadsdon, Verity Russell, James Hillier
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Imelda StauntonQueen Elizabeth II
Jonathan PrycePrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Olivia ColmanQueen Elizabeth II
Lesley ManvillePrincess Margaret
Dominic WestPrince Charles
Matt SmithPrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Claudia HarrisonPrincess Anne
Tobias MenziesPrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Netflix
Left Bank PicturesUnited Kingdom
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
