The BEST Episodes of The Crown
Every episode ever - ranked by fan votes!
Last Updated: Nov 29, 2019
Network: Netflix
The inside story of two of the most famous addresses in the world – Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street – and the intrigues, love lives and machinations behind the great events that shaped the second half of the 20th century. Two houses. Two courts. One Crown.
#1 - Tywysog Cymru
Season 3 - Episode 6
Prince Charles is sent to Aberystwyth to learn Welsh from an ardent nationalist in preparation for the ceremony for his investiture as Prince of Wales.
8.48 
#2 - Aberfan
Season 3 - Episode 3
A horrible disaster in the Welsh town of Aberfan leaves scores of children dead, but when the Queen takes a week to decide to visit the town to offer solace to its people, she must confront her reasons for postponing the trip.
8.32 
#3 - Dear Mrs. Kennedy
Season 2 - Episode 8
Inspired by Jackie Kennedy and against her government's wishes, Elizabeth takes an unconventional approach to resolving an issue with Ghana.
8.21 
#4 - Cri de Coeur
Season 3 - Episode 10
As her marriage falls apart, Princess Margaret finds solace in the arms of a much younger landscape gardener. The Queen and the nation celebrate Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee.
8.18 
#5 - Bubbikins
Season 3 - Episode 4
Left without a home by a political coup in Athens, Philip's eccentric mother, Princess Alice of Greece, is invited to live in Buckingham Palace by the Queen.
8.15 
#6 - Assassins
Season 1 - Episode 9
As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
8.08 
#7 - Vergangenheit
Season 2 - Episode 6
A secret World War II document opens Elizabeth's eyes to grim realities about a family member. The Duke of Windsor campaigns to re-enter public life.
8.07 
#8 - Gloriana
Season 1 - Episode 10
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.
8.06 
#9 - Hyde Park Corner
Season 1 - Episode 2
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
8.06 
#10 - Margaretology
Season 3 - Episode 2
While Princess Margaret and Lord Snowdon visit the USA, the queen, at the bidding of Harold Wilson, asks them to make a side trip to Washington, D.C. to ask President Johnson for financial assistance for the United Kingdom.
8.06 
#11 - Dangling Man
Season 3 - Episode 8
As Charles begins dating Camilla Shand, Elizabeth considers visiting an ill Duke of Windsor in Paris, whose destiny changed when he met Wallis Simpson.
8.01 
#12 - Marionettes
Season 2 - Episode 5
After Elizabeth makes a tone-deaf speech at a Jaguar factory, she and the monarchy come under public attack from an outspoken lord.
8.01 
#13 - Mystery Man
Season 2 - Episode 10
A salacious government scandal hits close to home for Elizabeth and Philip. Elizabeth retreats to Scotland for rest during a difficult pregnancy.
7.99 
#14 - Scientia Potentia Est
Season 1 - Episode 7
As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.
7.95 
#15 - Smoke and Mirrors
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.
7.90 
#16 - Paterfamilias
Season 2 - Episode 9
Philip insists that Prince Charles attend his alma mater in Scotland and reminisces about the life-changing difficulties he experienced there.
7.88 
#17 - Moondust
Season 3 - Episode 7
The 1969 moon landing occasions a mid-life crisis in Prince Philip, who thinks of the adventures he has missed as the Queen's consort.
7.85 
#18 - Lisbon
Season 2 - Episode 3
Palace insiders try to prevent a scandal that could reflect poorly on Philip. Eden faces censure from his cabinet and the press.
7.84 
#19 - Imbroglio
Season 3 - Episode 9
While a government stalemate with mineworkers leads to nationwide power cuts, Charles's family intervenes in his deepening relationship with Camilla.
7.83 
#20 - Act of God
Season 1 - Episode 4
When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
7.82 
#21 - Beryl
Season 2 - Episode 4
When Elizabeth and Philip throw a grand party for their 10th anniversary, both Margaret and the new Prime Minister experience romantic tribulations.
7.82 
#22 - Windsor
Season 1 - Episode 3
With Elizabeth in new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.
7.81 
#23 - Pride & Joy
Season 1 - Episode 8
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.
7.81 
#24 - Coup
Season 3 - Episode 5
While the Queen travels abroad to learn about horse training, unhappiness among the British elite with the devaluation of the pound involves Lord Mountbatten in a plan to oust Harold Wilson.
7.80 
#25 - Misadventure
Season 2 - Episode 1
As Philip leaves for a long tour, Elizabeth makes an upsetting discovery. Prime Minister Eden wants to strike back after Egypt seizes the Suez Canal.
7.76