The Crown - Season 5

The Crown - Season 5

First aired: 11/8/2022 10 episodes

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.

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Episodes

Episode 1

1. Queen Victoria Syndrome

Aired: 11/9/2022

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 in Italy.

Episode 2

2. The System

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 3

3. Mou Mou

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 4

4. Annus Horribilis

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 5

5. The Way Ahead

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 6

6. Ipatiev House

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 7

7. No Woman's Land

Aired: 11/9/2022

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 hospital.

Episode 8

8. Gunpowder

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 9

9. Couple 31

Aired: 11/9/2022

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

Episode 10

10. Decommissioned

Aired: 11/9/2022

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