Inspired by real events, this fictional dramatization tells the story of Queen Elizabeth II and the political and personal events that shaped her reign.
The actress explains her approach to playing "the most famous woman in the world".
Nov. 8, 2022
3:05
Episodes
The Crown
SEASON 1
Episode 1
Wolferton Splash
A young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI's health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.
Episode 2
Hyde Park Corner
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
Episode 3
Windsor
With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George's disgraced brother arrives.
Episode 4
Act of God
When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill's inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
Episode 5
Smoke and Mirrors
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
Episode 6
Gelignite
Margaret and Peter come to the Queen with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.
Episode 7
Scientia Potentia Est
As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, the Queen hires a tutor.
Episode 8
Pride & Joy
The Queen and Philip embark on an exhausting world journey. Margaret takes over some of her sister's official duties and tries to liven things up.
Episode 9
Assassins
As tensions with Philip increase, the Queen spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill's portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
Episode 10
Gloriana
Margaret and Peter are reunited, but another obstacle stands in their way. The Queen is torn between her duty as sovereign and her love for her sister.