Episodes
1. Wolferton Splash
7.7
November 4, 2016
58 min
A young Princess Elizabeth marries Prince Philip. As King George VI’s health worsens, Winston Churchill is elected prime minister for the second time.
Guest Stars:
Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny
2. Hyde Park Corner
8.1
November 4, 2016
62 min
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
Guest Stars:
Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon, Harriet Walter
3. Windsor
7.9
November 4, 2016
60 min
With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.
Guest Stars:
Daniel Betts, Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis
4. Act of God
8.0
November 4, 2016
59 min
When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.
Guest Stars:
Jo Stone-Fewings, Clive Francis, Harriet Walter, Simon Chandler, Kate Phillips
5. Smoke and Mirrors
7.9
November 4, 2016
56 min
Elizabeth rejects protocol by appointing Philip to coordinate her coronation, but his ideas create conflict. The Duke of Windsor returns to London.
Guest Stars:
Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon
6. Gelignite
7.8
November 4, 2016
59 min
Margaret and Peter come to Elizabeth with a request. With a royal scandal about to break in the newspapers, the Queen Mother intervenes.
Guest Stars:
Paul Thornley, Daniel Ings, Harry Hadden-Paton, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon
7. Scientia Potentia Est
8.2
November 4, 2016
60 min
As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.
Guest Stars:
Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Clive Francis, Harriet Walter, Alan Williams
8. Pride & Joy
8.0
November 4, 2016
59 min
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.
Guest Stars:
Daniel Ings, Billy Jenkins, Harry Hadden-Paton, Lizzy McInnerny, Chris Gordon
9. Assassins
8.2
November 4, 2016
61 min
As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.
Guest Stars:
Jo Stone-Fewings, Daniel Ings, Clive Francis, Lizzy McInnerny, Anna Madeley
