S1·E5 Smoke and Mirrors
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Aired November 4, 2016 55 min ★ 7.9/10 · 52 TMDB votes
Narrative Classification: Tight serialized drama chapter advancing primary relationships and subplots.
Synopsis
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
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Director & writers
Philip MartinDirectorPeter MorganWriter
Guest stars
Daniel IngsMike Parker Billy JenkinsPrince Charles Clive FrancisLord Salisbury Lizzy McInnernyBobo Macdonald Chris GordonDuke of Edinburgh's Valet Anna MadeleyClarissa Eden Harriet WalterClemmie Churchill Simon ChandlerClement Attlee Verity RussellYoung Elizabeth James HillierEquerry (Buckingham Palace) Pip TorrensTommy Lascelles Nicholas RoweJock Colville Patrick RyecartDuke of Norfolk Ronald PickupArchbishop of Canterbury Patrick DruryLord Chamberlain John WoodvineArchbishop of York
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 5 of The Crown air?
Season 1, Episode 5 ('Smoke and Mirrors') originally aired on November 4, 2016.
How long is Season 1 Episode 5 ('Smoke and Mirrors')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in The Crown Season 1 Episode 5?
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London....