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The Crown

"Duty lasts a lifetime."

8.2
6 seasons
60 episodes
Ended
Drama

Plot Summary

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.

First Aired:November 4, 2016
Last Aired:December 14, 2023
Episode Runtime:Unknown
Networks:
Netflix
Created By:
Peter Morgan

Cast & Characters

Where to watch free (US)

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Seasons (6)

Season 1
8.0

Season 1

10 episodes

Aired: 2016

As a young Elizabeth becomes Queen, she must manage major political issues and personal matters, which often clash in ways she never imagined.

Season 2
8.0

Season 2

10 episodes

Aired: 2017

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.

Season 3
7.8

Season 3

10 episodes

Aired: 2019

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.

Season 4
8.1

Season 4

10 episodes

Aired: 2020

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.

Season 5
7.0

Season 5

10 episodes

Aired: 2022

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.

Season 6
6.9

Season 6

10 episodes

Aired: 2023

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.

Production

Left Bank Pictures

Sony Pictures Television