Created by British showrunner, Peter Morgan, this lavish Netflix original drama chronicles the life of Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy) from the 1940s to modern times. The series begins with an inside look at the early reign of the queen, who ascended the throne at age 25 after the death of her father, King George VI. As the decades pass, personal intrigues, romances, and political rivalries are revealed, impacting world events and transforming the role of the British monarchy in 20th century life.