The Crown 4

[Khandro]

Going out on Netfix today. I haven't seen it but it appears it is going to be controversial;
is it fair to fictionalize the private lives of real people?

[Khandro]

flix !

[derek-33]

Tut Tut Khandro
so pedantic !

[Tilly2]

Most of it will be based on readily known 'facts', I suppose.

[Ken4155]

I've watched all 3 seasons to date and find much of it to be based on actual events, with each episode dealing with a 'notable' event during the Queen's reign. Of course there will be some dramatic licence involved. Otherwise it would just be another documentary on 'The Firm'.

[tiggerblue10]

Many real life events and stories have been dramatised where those portrayed are still living.

[bednobs]

not to answer your Q but wasn't it good :) I am up to episode 4. You can really believe the people playing the characters are really them (except HBC I think) I ddi prefer Claire foy, but OC is ok!

[ummmm]

I haven't watched the first 3 but my OH has and started watching 4 over the weekend. I got straight into it.

[bednobs]

the first two series are outstanding Ummmm

[ummmm]

I might start from the beginning then. I've seen bits and bobs of it.

[237SJ]

Yes, I enjoyed the first two. I think the cast were more believable. I can't get into this lot very much.

[Ken4155]

Those responsible for the casting deserve a huge pat on the back. Most of the main characters are almost spot on - except HBC who looks as if she still thinks she's playing the Red Queen. Just watched episode 6 and will most likely watch at least another 2 episodes tonight.

[tiggerblue10]

I'm up to episode 9 of series 4. Binged it yesterday and will finish off later. It's good and I found out things that I'd never known before like the Queen Mother's side of the family.

[Ken4155]

That became fairly common knowledge, Tigger. I've just watched 7 and 8 and i must admit, i've changed my mind a tad about HBC as i thought she put in a good shift in episode 7. Will no doubt finish the series tomorrow evening.

[Sunk]

It is still very good, but I don’t think the fourth series is as good as the previous 3.
Seems more preachy and political than before. Perhaps it is because they are now doing a period I know and lived through. The Thatcher stuff is very over the top, and Gillian Anderson turns the dial up to 11 in her portrayal of the Prime Minister.