Not only her interview with journalist Martin Bashir, but also her divorce from Prince Charles in 1996 and her tragic death in 1997. TVLine named Elizabeth Debicki and Dominic West the "Performers of the Week" on 19 November 2022, for their performances in the penultimate episode "Couple 31", writing: ". During a luncheon marking her Ruby Jubilee, Elizabeth delivers a speech describing 1992 as an " annus horribilis". Former Prime Minister John Major has been scathing in his condemnation of the first episode of the series, which shows Prince Charles (Dominic West) angling for the premier's backing in a scheme to replace the Queen on the throne. Back to this drama, and in 1991, the Queen and Prince Philip are thought of by the public as old and stale, whereas Prince Charles is considered the up-and-comer.

Here's everything you need to know about season 5 of The Crown, including who has been cast, when it was released and what we can expect.

Of course I have to be like her as much as I can, but also I have to tell a story and a story of the day, whatever that is. All cast members are new to the series; this season marked The Crown 's final wholesale recasting, following the ensembles led by Claire Foy (seasons one and two) and Olivia Colman (seasons three and four). But anyone expecting recent real-life episodes, such as Prince Harry's decision to move to America with his wife Meghan, are set to be disappointed: “To be clear, series six will not bring us any closer to present-day — it will simply enable us to cover the same period in greater detail," he added. But knowing how explosive the book will be, Diana must have total deniability regarding any involvement.

Fans have been waiting nearly two years for the show, with season four dropping in November 2020, so the news of a fifth season release date will feel bittersweet during this sensitive time. On the state visit to Russia, Philip admits to the Queen that he has sought intellectual companionship elsewhere, the closest friend being Lady Romsey. Her passing means King Charles III has now ascended the throne, with his wife, Queen consort Camilla, by his side. Speaking about leaving the role of Prince Charles behind, Josh O'Connor told Variety: "It's been two years of my life, cumulatively, making the show.Bashir and his editor Steve Hewlett are given the go-ahead by BBC director-general John Birt to conduct the interview.