The Crown Season 1 Episode 3
The Crown
Season 1

Ep 3. Windsor

  • November 4, 2016
  • 59 min
  • 8.1  (5,537)

As the third episode of The Crown's first season, "Windsor" explores the complex relationships between the monarchy and its former powerful family, the Windsors.

The episode opens with a flashback to 1936, when King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry American socialite Wallis Simpson. The newly-crowned King George VI (played by Jared Harris) expresses his frustration with his brother's actions, even as the Windsors continue to loom large over the royal family.

Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy) and Prince Philip (Matt Smith) struggle to adjust to their new roles as monarch and consort. Philip chafes at the restrictions placed on him by palace protocol, while Elizabeth struggles to assert her authority as queen.

As tensions rise within the family, Elizabeth turns to her grandmother, Queen Mary (Eileen Atkins), for advice. Mary urges her to maintain a firm hand with the Windsors, warning her that they will always be a source of instability and potential scandal.

The conflict between the Windsors and the royal family comes to a head when they request that the Queen allow them to attend her coronation. Elizabeth must navigate the delicate politics of the situation, mindful of her duty to the crown while also trying to maintain a semblance of family unity.

Ultimately, "Windsor" offers a nuanced exploration of the complex relationships that underpin the British monarchy. As the Queen struggles to assert her authority and the Windsors continue to loom large over the family, viewers are treated to a fascinating look at the inner workings of one of the world's most iconic institutions.

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  • First Aired
    November 4, 2016
  • Runtime
    59 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (5,537)