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The Crown: Season 1

10 episodes Premiered Nov 4, 2016 Updated Jul 18, 2026

As a young Elizabeth becomes Queen, she must manage major political issues and personal matters, which often clash in ways she never imagined.

Season overview

As a young Elizabeth becomes Queen, she must manage major political issues and personal matters, which often clash in ways she never imagined.

Episodes

S1·E1

Wolferton Splash

Nov 4, 2016 · 57 min

A young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI’s health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.

S1·E2

Hyde Park Corner

Nov 4, 2016 · 61 min

With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.

S1·E3

Windsor

Nov 4, 2016 · 59 min

With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.

S1·E4

Act of God

Nov 4, 2016 · 58 min

When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.

S1·E5

Smoke and Mirrors

Nov 4, 2016 · 55 min

Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.

S1·E6

Gelignite

Nov 4, 2016 · 58 min

Margaret and Peter come to Elizabeth with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.

S1·E7

Scientia Potentia Est

Nov 4, 2016 · 59 min

As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.

S1·E8

Pride & Joy

Nov 4, 2016 · 58 min

Elizabeth and Philip go on an exhausting world journey. Margaret takes over some of her sister’s official duties and tries to liven things up.

S1·E9

Assassins

Nov 4, 2016 · 60 min

As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.

S1·E10

Gloriana

Nov 4, 2016 · 55 min

Margaret and Peter are reunited, but another obstacle stands in their way. Elizabeth is torn between her duty as Queen and her love for her sister.