Season 5

Season 5 (2022)

Diana and Charles wage a media war. The monarchy's role is up for debate. Welcome to the '90s — and Queen Elizabeth II's biggest challenge to date.




Episodes List

Ep.1 Queen Victoria Syndrome

Air Date: 2022-11-09

A much-needed update to the Royal Yacht draws scrutiny to the Queen's reign. Hounded by the press, Charles and Diana have a second honeymoon in Italy.

Ep.2 The System

Air Date: 2022-11-09

Prince Philip offers his support to a grieving family member. Keen to snatch a scoop, a tabloid journalist approaches Diana about a tell-all book.

Ep.3 Mou Mou

Air Date: 2022-11-09

In 1946, an Egyptian street vendor finds inspiration in the abdicated King Edward. Years later, he eagerly tries to integrate into British High Society.

Ep.4 Annus Horribilis

Air Date: 2022-11-09

Between a fire at Windsor Castle and tensions in her children’s marriages, the Queen commemorates and reassesses her 40 years on the throne.

Ep.5 The Way Ahead

Air Date: 2022-11-09

Faced with the fallout of an intercepted call with Camilla and the consequent kickback to his marriage, Prince Charles must navigate a scandal.

Ep.6 Ipatiev House

Air Date: 2022-11-09

Eager to lead a newly democratic Russia, President Yeltsin tries to win the Queen's support while she navigates new rifts in her marriage with Philip.

Ep.7 No Woman's Land

Air Date: 2022-11-09

As BBC's Martin Bashir goes to great lengths to secure an interview with Diana, the lonely princess finds purpose and warmth in a London hospital.

Ep.8 Gunpowder

Air Date: 2022-11-09

The Queen spends quality time with Prince William. On Guy Fawkes Night, fireworks make for a perfect distraction from Diana's BBC interview.

Ep.9 Couple 31

Air Date: 2022-11-09

The Princess of Wales contends with the repercussions of her statements. The Queen asks the Prime Minister for his help in a delicate family matter.

Ep.10 Decommissioned

Air Date: 2022-11-09

After heightened public scrutiny, Charles forges a new alliance in Hong Kong. Mohamed Al-Fayed offers his support to a newly-divorced Diana.