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Series: The Crown, reality or fiction?
As the hit British family show comes to an end with its sixth season, it’s time to answer the question everyone is asking: does the series stick to reality? – (franceinfo)
As the hit British family show comes to an end with its sixth season, it’s time to answer the question everyone is asking: does the series stick to reality?
If you like The Crown, you have probably already asked yourself this question: is the series about Queen Elizabeth II faithful to reality? With each new season, the debate resurfaces, particularly among fans of the British monarchy. If the series evokes many real and documented facts, the screenwriter, Peter Morgan, is regularly accused of settling with the truth. As for the rivalry between Elizabeth II and Jackie Kennedy, visiting London in 1961, which above all symbolizes in the series the relations between modern America and traditional royalty. But in reality, the jealousy between the two women is completely fictionalized.
Denied scenes
Historical inaccuracies, therefore, but also completely invented scenes. Especially when it comes to the royal family’s most private discussions. In season 5, we see Prince Charles very critical of the queen and impatient to accede to the throne. In one episode, he even spoke with the Prime Minister at the time, John Major, to force Elizabeth II to abdicate. A totally false scene according to the former Prime Minister’s entourage. So there you have it, know that the series The Crown is not exactly reality. If in doubt, it’s best to check in a history book.
