Season 5

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.

1. 

   1. Queen Victoria Syndrome

   2022-11-09 · 56m

   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.

2. 

   2. The System

   2022-11-09 · 50m

   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.

3. 

   3. Mou Mou

   2022-11-09 · 53m

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

4. 

   4. Annus Horribilis

   2022-11-09 · 54m

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

5. 

   5. The Way Ahead

   2022-11-09 · 50m

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

6. 

   6. Ipatiev House

   2022-11-09 · 59m

   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.

7. 

   7. No Woman's Land

   2022-11-09 · 52m

   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.

8. 

   8. Gunpowder

   2022-11-09 · 56m

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

9. 

   9. Couple 31

   2022-11-09 · 53m

   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.

10. 

    10. Decommissioned

    2022-11-09 · 52m

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