The Crown 2016

Overview

The Crown is a historical drama television series that chronicles the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Created and principally written by Peter Morgan, the show was produced by Left Bank Pictures and Sony Pictures Television for the streaming platform Netflix. The narrative was developed from Morgan's previous work, including his film The Queen and his stage play The Audience. Spanning several decades, the series explores the political rivalries, romances, and personal events that defined the second half of the 20th century in Britain. The plot focuses on the inside story of Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street, detailing the machinations and intrigues involving the Queen and the various Prime Ministers who influenced the nation's post-war destiny. As a fictional dramatization inspired by real events, the series examines the two courts and the two houses that shaped the British monarchy. The production features a rotating cast to portray the central figures as they navigate the complexities of their public and private lives throughout the Queen's long reign.