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Season 5

(2022)

Overview

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.

Cast

Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II
Imelda Staunton

as Queen Elizabeth II

Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Jonathan Pryce

as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret
Lesley Manville

as Princess Margaret

Dominic West as Prince Charles
Dominic West

as Prince Charles

Jonny Lee Miller as John Major
Jonny Lee Miller

as John Major

Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne
Claudia Harrison

as Princess Anne

Marcia Warren as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Marcia Warren

as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother

Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana
Elizabeth Debicki

as Princess Diana

Episodes

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Queen Victoria Syndrome 6.9

November 9, 2022

A much-needed update to the Royal Yacht draws scrutiny to the Queen's reign. Hounded by the press, Charles and Diana ha…

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The System 6.9

November 9, 2022

Prince Philip offers his support to a grieving family member. Keen to snatch a scoop, a tabloid journalist approaches D…

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Mou Mou 7.4

November 9, 2022

In 1946, an Egyptian street vendor finds inspiration in the abdicated King Edward. Years later, he eagerly tries to int…

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Annus Horribilis 7.0

November 9, 2022

Between a fire at Windsor Castle and tensions in her children’s marriages, the Queen commemorates and reassesses her 40…

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The Way Ahead 6.7

November 9, 2022

Faced with the fallout of an intercepted call with Camilla and the consequent kickback to his marriage, Prince Charles …

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Ipatiev House 7.1

November 9, 2022

Eager to lead a newly democratic Russia, President Yeltsin tries to win the Queen's support while she navigates new rif…

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No Woman's Land 6.5

November 9, 2022

As BBC's Martin Bashir goes to great lengths to secure an interview with Diana, the lonely princess finds purpose and w…

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Gunpowder 7.2

November 9, 2022

The Queen spends quality time with Prince William. On Guy Fawkes Night, fireworks make for a perfect distraction from D…

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Couple 31 6.6

November 9, 2022

The Princess of Wales contends with the repercussions of her statements. The Queen asks the Prime Minister for his help…

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Decommissioned 6.6

November 9, 2022

After heightened public scrutiny, Charles forges a new alliance in Hong Kong. Mohamed Al-Fayed offers his support to a …