: The year saw the separation of three of the Queen’s children: Prince Andrew from Sarah Ferguson, Princess Anne from Mark Phillips, and Prince Charles from Princess Diana.
: Princess Margaret reunites with her first love, Peter Townsend (now played by Timothy Dalton). This reunion sparks a confrontation between Margaret and the Queen regarding the double standards of royal marriage. "The Crown" Episode #5.4(2022)
Watch a discussion on the historical context and cinematic portrayal of the Queen's stark admission of failure in this episode: : The year saw the separation of three
: The episode concludes with the Queen delivering a vulnerable address at Guildhall , marking the 40th anniversary of her accession and acknowledging the year's profound difficulties. Key Cast & Production Queen Elizabeth II Imelda Staunton Princess Margaret Lesley Manville Prince Philip Jonathan Pryce Peter Townsend Timothy Dalton Princess Anne Claudia Harrison Watch a discussion on the historical context and
: On November 20, 1992, a massive fire severely damaged Windsor Castle , serving as a metaphor for the crumbling stability of the royal family.