Netflix Plot 'The Crown' Prequel—What Royal History Could It Cover?
Netflix is developing a prequel to 'The Crown' that will chronicle British royal history from the death of Queen Victoria in 1901 to the 1947 wedding of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. The series, expected to be written by Peter Morgan, will cover major historical events including both World Wars, the Great Depression, and the abdication of Edward VIII. It aims to explore the monarchy's evolution through periods of social, political, and economic transformation in Britain.
- ▪The prequel to 'The Crown' will span from 1901, with the death of Queen Victoria, to 1947, the year Queen Elizabeth II married Prince Philip.
- ▪Peter Morgan is expected to return as writer and creator under a reported £500 million deal with Netflix.
- ▪Major historical events likely to be featured include World War I, the sinking of the Titanic, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, World War II, and Edward VIII's abdication.
- ▪The series will explore how the royal family adapted to societal changes, public scrutiny, and constitutional challenges during the first half of the 20th century.
- ▪The wartime service of the young Princess Elizabeth in the Auxiliary Territorial Service may be included in the narrative.
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By Melissa Fleur AfsharLife and Trends ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.There is exciting news for fans of The Crown as Netflix moves ahead with its prequel to the hit period drama.The spin-off will reportedly expand the flagship royal drama backwards in time, with the new series set to span from the 1901 death of Queen Victoria to the 1947 wedding of Queen Elizabeth II to the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip.
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