The Crown

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The Crown
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Being crowned is not a victory, but a renunciation. Written by Peter Morgan, this extraordinary production both fascinates and deeply makes the audience think while revealing the human frailties, power struggles and silent sacrifices hidden behind the shiny surface of the British royal family. Spanning decades over six seasons, this epic narrative follows World War II. It follows Elizabeth's transformation from a young woman to one of the most recognizable icons in the world. However, the real issue here is not the throne, but the skin that the throne imposes on a person. How personal desires are crushed into institutional imperatives, how love fades under the shadow of duty and how a family is turned into a theater before the eyes of the public are questions that are embedded in every frame of the series. The production takes shape anew with different actors in each season. Although this bold choice may seem difficult to get used to at first, over time it proves how great the story itself is. The characters change, but the walls of the palace remain the same. Imelda Staunton's portrayal of the role she took on in recent seasons expertly reflects how old age and the anxiety of preserving one's legacy shape a person. Names like Dominic West, Jonathan Pryce and Lesley Manville deliver performances strong enough to carry this heavy atmosphere. The visual language of the series is also in perfect harmony with the narrative. The palatial corridors, official ceremonies, and rural mansions simultaneously convey both grandeur and those invisible confining boundaries that feel like a prison. The costumes, the venues and the music together create such a meticulous period atmosphere that the viewer finds himself both in a historical documentary and in a highly personal drama. Of course, the fact that it is inspired by real events gives the series a controversial basis. The question of what is fiction and what is reality lingers in minds, and this uncertainty makes the viewing experience much more layered. No matter how one feels about the royal family, this production dethrones them and transforms them into ordinary people. And perhaps its greatest strength lies precisely in this: making the weariness, loneliness, and questioning behind the grandeur feel so real.

Rating: 8.2/10
Vote Count: 2,348
Start Date: November 04, 2016
End Date: December 14, 2023
Original Name: The Crown
Genres: Drama
Languages: English
Country:

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United Kingdom

US

United States of America
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Popularity:49.2653

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Seasons

Season 1
Season 1
As a young Elizabeth becomes Queen, she must manage major political issues and personal matters, which often clash in ways she never imagined.
Episode Rating:
8/10
Release Date:
November 04, 2016
Episode Count:
10
Season 2
Season 2
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 Rating:
8/10
Release Date:
December 08, 2017
Episode Count:
10
Season 3
Season 3
As the 1960s and '70s unfold, the royal family contends with conflict and betrayal while striving to uphold tradition in the face of an evolving world.
Episode Rating:
7.7/10
Release Date:
November 17, 2019
Episode Count:
10
Season 4
Season 4
As the 1970s are drawing to a close, Queen Elizabeth and her family find themselves preoccupied with safeguarding the line of succession by securing an appropriate bride for Prince Charles, who is still unmarried at 30.
Episode Rating:
8.1/10
Release Date:
November 15, 2020
Episode Count:
10
Season 5
Season 5
Diana and Charles wage a media war. The monarchy's role is up for debate. Welcome to the '90s — and Queen Elizabeth II's biggest challenge to date.
Episode Rating:
7.2/10
Release Date:
November 09, 2022
Episode Count:
10
Season 6
Season 6
Season 6, Part 1 continues with Princess Diana's and explores the events surrounding her tragic death in 1997. Season 6, Part 2 sees Queen Elizabeth II reflect on her reign and look ahead to a time when her successors will take the throne.
Episode Rating:
7.1/10
Release Date:
November 16, 2023
Episode Count:
10

Reviews

Dean

Dean

February 14, 2024

8/10

Good TV show. I like it. It's clean - no unnecessary sex scenes, no profanity, no left wing propaganda and agenda.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Crown has a total of 6 seasons.

The Crown first aired in 2016.

The Crown belongs to the following genres: Drama.

The Crown has a rating of 8.2/10 from 2,348 votes on TMDB.

No, The Crown has ended.

In the United States, The Crown is available to watch on: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.