The Crown - Season 5

Diana and Charles wage a media war. The monarchy's role is up for debate. Welcome to the '90s — and Queen Elizabeth II's biggest challenge to date.

10 Episodes

Queen Victoria Syndrome

Season 5 - Episode 1

A much-needed update to the Royal Yacht draws scrutiny to the Queen's reign. Hounded by the press, Charles and Diana have a second honeymoon...

The System

Season 5 - Episode 2

Prince Philip offers his support to a grieving family member. Keen to snatch a scoop, a tabloid journalist approaches Diana about a tell-all...

Mou Mou

Season 5 - Episode 3

In 1946, an Egyptian street vendor finds inspiration in the abdicated King Edward. Years later, he eagerly tries to integrate into British H...

Annus Horribilis

Season 5 - Episode 4

Between a fire at Windsor Castle and tensions in her children’s marriages, the Queen commemorates and reassesses her 40 years on the throne.

The Way Ahead

Season 5 - Episode 5

Faced with the fallout of an intercepted call with Camilla and the consequent kickback to his marriage, Prince Charles must navigate a scand...

Ipatiev House

Season 5 - Episode 6

Eager to lead a newly democratic Russia, President Yeltsin tries to win the Queen's support while she navigates new rifts in her marriage wi...

No Woman's Land

Season 5 - Episode 7

As BBC's Martin Bashir goes to great lengths to secure an interview with Diana, the lonely princess finds purpose and warmth in a London hos...

Gunpowder

Season 5 - Episode 8

The Queen spends quality time with Prince William. On Guy Fawkes Night, fireworks make for a perfect distraction from Diana's BBC interview.

Couple 31

Season 5 - Episode 9

The Princess of Wales contends with the repercussions of her statements. The Queen asks the Prime Minister for his help in a delicate family...

Decommissioned

Season 5 - Episode 10

After heightened public scrutiny, Charles forges a new alliance in Hong Kong. Mohamed Al-Fayed offers his support to a newly-divorced Diana.