The Crown (2016)

Synopsis

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.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II
• Olivia Colman as Queen Elizabeth II
• Vanessa Kirby as Princess Margaret
• Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II
• Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
• Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret
• Dominic West as Prince Charles
• Matt Smith as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
• Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne
• Tobias Menzies as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

If you liked The Crown, try

• Midsomer Murders
• Outlander
• Casualty
• The Tudors
• Bridgerton
• The Last Kingdom
• Skins
• Masters of Sex

BingeNext's take

If you love historical dramas that mix personal stories with big political moments, The Crown is a show you’ll want to dive into. It follows Queen Elizabeth II and the Prime Ministers who influenced Britain after World War II, giving you a front-row seat to life inside Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street. The series spans decades, so you get to see how the characters and the country evolve over time. With strong performances from Claire Foy, Olivia Colman, and Vanessa Kirby, it feels like you’re watching history unfold through the eyes of people living it. If you enjoy shows like The Tudors or Bridgerton, this one’s a great fit. Watching The Crown is like stepping into a richly detailed world where power, love, and duty collide, making it perfect for anyone who appreciates drama with depth and a touch of royal intrigue.