The Crown Season 5: Did Prince Charles try to replace Queen?

The Crown Season 5 is the most dramatic season of the series so far. The show's latest episode points out that Prince Charles tried to replace the Queen in 1991.

The Crown And Controversy About Prince Charles Trying To Replace The Queen

• Episode one of the new season tried to claim that Prince Charles attempted to overthrow the Queen in 1991.
• The episode's storyline shows the royal aides hiding copies of The Sunday Times from Her Majesty, which states she's outdated.
• After discovering everything, the Queen is unhappy while Philip tries to support his wife.
• On the other hand, Prince Charles seems pleased seeing the drama as per The Crown's dramatic interpretation.
• The episode titled 'Queen Victoria Syndrome' leads to the beginning of the new season, showcasing the tension among the royal family.
• The episode even shows Charles meeting with Prime Minister Sir John Major to discuss the takeover.
• The truth behind the story is vague, but the claims about the Queen's plan of stepping down from the throne, as per the Insider, were denied by Buckingham Palace.
• John Major, the former Prime Minister, also denied the existence of this conversation before the release of the new episodes.

FAQs

What does the statement from John Major's office say about "The Crown"?
Major's office stated, "Sir John has not cooperated in any way with "The Crown".

Did The Crown defend the show's storyline for the latest season?
A spokesperson from The Crown showed up to defend the show saying The Crown is a drama based on historical events. Further adding, Season 5 is a fictional dramatisation.