The Crown Season 2 takes place a few months after the end of Season 1, with Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy) and Duke of Edinburgh (Matt Smith) dealing with marital problems. The series follows the queen as she navigates her role as the head of the Commonwealth and deals with personal issues such as her rocky marriage.
The season starts off with photographers from all over the world chasing rumors of a marital crisis between Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh. They are in the Royal Yacht Britannia, which makes the photographers suspicious. The season then cuts to the five months leading up to the crisis.
At that moment, we see Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh getting ready to attend an event. The queen enquires about the route her husband would be taking as the Prince takes a five-month journey via ship. The season then shows an attack on the Suez Canal offices belonging to the British and the French by rebels in Said, Egypt. This leads to a crisis that Queen Elizabeth II must navigate, with the prime minister wanting to use force while the queen chooses diplomacy.
As we follow the queen’s efforts to maintain the Commonwealth, several storylines play out. For instance, Queen Elizabeth must deal with the teenage Prince Charles and his quest for freedom. She must also balance her duties as a wife and queen while dealing with the political crisis, which culminates in a tense standoff between the UK and Egypt.
The season finale sees Queen Elizabeth II’s difficult relationship with her husband coming to the fore. The Queen discovers a picture of a ballerina in her husband’s suitcase, which upsets her. Meanwhile, Duke of Edinburgh must deal with the fallout from his affair.
In conclusion, The Crown Season 2 explores the personal and political challenges that Queen Elizabeth II faced during the early years of her reign. The Queen must navigate a marriage in crisis while leading the Commonwealth through an international crisis. With strong performances from the lead actors and gripping storylines, The Crown Season 2 is a must-watch for fans of the series.
