Netflix has released the compelling first trailer forThe Crown, a series that takes a deep dive into the conflicted world of Queen Elizabeth II. The project reunites acclaimed writerPeter Morgan(The Queen, Frost/Nixon)with directorStephen Daldry(Billy Elliot, The Hours)and producerAndy Harries(The Queen).The Crown, based on the award-winning play “The Audience”, follows Queen Elizabeth II’s early reign and explores her personal intrigues, romances, and political rivalries behind the world-shaping events of the 20th Century.
The CrownstarsClaire Foyas Queen Elizabeth II,Matt Smithas Prince Phillip,John Lithgowas Sir Winston Churchill,Victoria Hamiltonas the Queen Mother,Jared Harrisas King George VI,Vanessa Kirbyas Princess Margaret andDame Eileen Atkinsas Queen Mary, among others. Look forThe Crownon Netflix on November 4th.
Watch the trailer forThe Crownbelow:
Here’s the official synopsis forThe Crown:
A Netflix original series,The Crownfocuses on Queen Elizabeth II as a 25-year-old newlywed faced with the daunting prospect of leading the world’s most famous monarchy while forging a relationship with legendary Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill. The British Empire is in decline, the political world is in disarray, and a young woman takes the throne….a new era is dawning. Peter Morgan’s masterfully researched scripts reveal the Queen’s private journey behind the public facade with daring frankness. Prepare to be welcomed into the coveted world of power and privilege and behind locked doors in Westminster and Buckingham Palace….the leaders of an empire await.
