" Wolferton Splash " is the series premiere of the Netflix drama , released on November 4, 2016. It sets the stage for the reign of Queen Elizabeth II by focusing on the final years of King George VI and the marriage of Princess Elizabeth to Philip Mountbatten. Episode Overview Director: Stephen Daldry Writer: Peter Morgan Primary Timeline: 1947–1951
The emotional heart of the episode. Harris depicts a man burdened by a crown he never wanted and a body that is failing him. "The Crown" Wolferton Splash(2016)
The tension between private identity and public duty, the physical decline of the monarchy, and the transition of power. Plot Summary " Wolferton Splash " is the series premiere