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The Crown — Season 1

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The Crown — Season 1

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Eric Deggans NPR As a rebellious American, I think what's missing here is the voice of the British people. Without them, "The Crown" gives us little sense how the marriages and mishaps of a mostly ceremonial monarchy could still inspire a great nation. Nov 26, 2019 Full Review Lauren Carroll Harris Guardian Mmmmm, politically dubious addictive longform prestige trash. Thank you, Netflix. Aug 1, 2019 Full Review Daniel D'Addario TIME Magazine It's worth noting quite how well-made The Crown is. Aug 15, 2017 Full Review Tony Black Cultural Conversation The Crown could well end up being one of the most ambitious, grandiose television projects of the modern age. Rated: 4/5 Mar 30, 2022 Full Review Ksh*tij Rawat The Indian Express A warts-and-all portrayal, but the royals are unlikely to mind. There is a sensitivity here which humanises them in a sympathetic if not reverent manner, making them look just like commoners with titles and wealth: vulnerable and flawed. Mar 9, 2021 Full Review David Walsh World Socialist Web Site The Crown demonstrates this predominance of the objective, of class forces, of historical law. ... The wretched people in this series are entirely the playthings of forces beyond their control. Feb 11, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Wolferton Splash Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip get married; as King George VI's health declines, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Hyde Park Corner While King George is too sick to travel, Elizabeth and Philip go on a four-continent tour; party leaders try to undermine Churchill. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Windsor As Elizabeth takes on a new role, Philip wants to assert some power; Churchill wants the coronation delayed; King George's brother arrives. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Act of God London is impacted by a dense fog, which creates a serious health hazard; Churchill's unwillingness to take action puts him in a vulnerable position. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Smoke and Mirrors Elizabeth ignores protocol and asks Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas cause conflict; the Duke of Windsor comes back to London. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Gelignite Peter and Margaret have a request for Elizabeth; as a royal scandal is about to break in newspapers, the Queen Mother decides to intervene. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Scientia Potentia Est Churchill and Eden have major health issues as the Soviets test the H-bomb; Elizabeth hires a tutor. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Pride & Joy Philip and Elizabeth go on an exhausting journey around the world; as Margaret takes on some of her sister's official duties, she tries to liven things up. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Assassins As tension with Philip grows, Elizabeth spends time with an old friend; as his 80th birthday approaches, Churchill's portrait is painted. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 4, 2016 Gloriana As Peter and Margaret are reunited, another obstacle arises; Elizabeth is torn between her love for her sister and her duty as queen. Details

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