Netflix’s critically acclaimed series, “The Crown,” is returning for a sixth season, inspired by the real events that shaped the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
The upcoming season will focus on Prince William’s time as a university student at St Andrews, where he meets Kate Middleton, also starting her university journey. The new romance sets the stage for a new chapter in the story of “The Crown.”
Ed McVey, a recent graduate from Drama Centre London, will make his professional screen debut as Prince William in the later episodes of the season. Newcomer Meg Bellamy, who was cast through a social media audition, will portray Kate Middleton.
The cast includes Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, and Dominic West as Prince Charles. Elizabeth Debicki will play Princess Diana, while Claudia Harrison portrays Princess Anne, and Olivia Williams will star as Camilla Parker Bowles. Bertie Carvel will take on the role of Tony Blair, with Salim Daw as Mohamed Al Fayed, Khalid Abdalla as Dodi Fayed, and Luther Ford as Prince Harry. Rufus Kampa and Flynn Edwards will play Prince William and Prince Harry in earlier episodes.
“The Crown” season six will consist of ten 60-minute episodes, with Peter Morgan serving as the creator and writer. The executive producers include Peter Morgan, Suzanne Mackie, Andy Harries, Stephen Daldry, Matthew Byam Shaw, and Robert Fox.
