The Netflix series The Crown honors the Royal Yacht Britannia, which the queen described "the one location where I can fully unwind."

The Crown's long-awaited fifth season opens with a startling flashback to Queen Elizabeth, played by Claire Foy.

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The season opening, "Queen Victoria Syndrome," leaps over four decades.

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How far the crown has slipped in good graces.

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A worldwide recession, her increasing years, and her country's desire for modernity

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Not to mention a number of upcoming controversies involving members of her family.

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The season premiere foreshadows that this next chapter for our queen won't be a happy one.

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