Watch a discussion on the historical context and cinematic portrayal of the Queen's stark admission of failure in this episode:
: Princess Margaret reunites with her first love, Peter Townsend (now played by Timothy Dalton). This reunion sparks a confrontation between Margaret and the Queen regarding the double standards of royal marriage. "The Crown" Episode #5.4(2022)
This episode, released on , depicts the tumultuous events of 1992, a year Queen Elizabeth II famously described as her " annus horribilis " (horrible year). Core Plot Points Watch a discussion on the historical context and
: The episode concludes with the Queen delivering a vulnerable address at Guildhall , marking the 40th anniversary of her accession and acknowledging the year's profound difficulties. Key Cast & Production Queen Elizabeth II Imelda Staunton Princess Margaret Lesley Manville Prince Philip Jonathan Pryce Peter Townsend Timothy Dalton Princess Anne Claudia Harrison Core Plot Points : The episode concludes with
The narrative focuses on a succession of personal and institutional crises that besieged the monarchy: