The Crown

Season 1

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

Where to Watch Season 1

10 Episodes

  • Wolferton Splash
    E1
    Wolferton SplashA young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI’s health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.
  • Hyde Park Corner
    E2
    Hyde Park CornerThe early life of Elizabeth II at the point of her marriage in late 1947 during King George VI reign. Through the point in English history when Winston Churchill was elected for a second time as Prime Minister in 1951. The young Elizabeth Begins to understand and learn the responsibilities of the crown. The series explores the relationship of marriage and British leadership beginning with episode 1.
  • Windsor
    E3
    WindsorWith Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.
  • Act of God
    E4
    Act of GodWhen dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
  • Smoke and Mirrors
    E5
    Smoke and MirrorsElizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
  • Gelignite
    E6
    GeligniteMargaret and Peter come to Elizabeth with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.
  • Scientia Potentia Est
    E7
    Scientia Potentia EstAs the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.
  • Pride & Joy
    E8
    Pride & JoyElizabeth and Philip go on an exhausting world journey. Margaret takes over some of her sister’s official duties and tries to liven things up.
  • Assassins
    E9
    AssassinsAs tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
  • Gloriana
    E10
    GlorianaMargaret 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.

Cast of Season 1

  • Claire FoyQueen Elizabeth II
  • Matt SmithPrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
  • Vanessa KirbyPrincess Margaret
  • Jeremy NorthamAnthony Eden
  • Victoria HamiltonQueen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
  • Ben MilesPeter Townsend
  • John LithgowWinston Churchill
  • Peter MorganWriter
  • Andrew EatonProducer
  • Michael CaseyProducer
  • Martin HarrisonProducer

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  • The Crown: Season 1
    The Crown: Season 1Trailer

 

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