Get ready for an exciting reveal! We have our first look at Imelda Staunton, renowned for her role in the Harry Potter series, as Queen Elizabeth II in the final two seasons of ‘The Crown.’ Fans are already buzzing about this sneak peek of the new monarch.
On Friday, Netflix unveiled the initial image of Staunton embodying Queen Elizabeth II. Best known for her portrayal of Dolores Umbridge in the Harry Potter films, Staunton steps into the role after Olivia Colman and Claire Foy‘s remarkable performances. The response from the show’s fans has been overwhelmingly positive, with many taking to Twitter to praise the casting decision.
According to Buzzfeed, the upcoming season will delve into significant events such as the divorce of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, along with the tragic deaths of Diana, the Queen Mother, and Princess Margaret, the queen’s sister. Staunton, who also appeared in the Downton Abbey movie as Maud, was announced as the new queen back in January 2020.
“Imelda is an astonishing talent and will be a fantastic successor to Claire Foy and Olivia Colman,” stated show creator Peter Morgan. Staunton expressed her excitement about joining such a talented creative team, saying, “It is genuinely an honor to be taking The Crown to its conclusion.”
Netflix’s vice president of original content, Cindy Holland, shared her full support for Peter Morgan’s creative vision, expressing anticipation for how he, Staunton, and the rest of the cast will bring this iconic series to a fitting conclusion.
In addition to Staunton, there are other new faces in the cast. Game of Thrones’ Jonathan Pryce will take on the role of Prince Philip, replacing Tobias Menzies; Elizabeth Debicki will portray Diana, stepping in for Emma Corrin; and Lesley Manville will take over as Princess Margaret from Helena Bonham Carter.
While we await the announcement of the Season 5 premiere date, stay connected with The Crown’s Twitter account for the latest updates.
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Summary
Imelda Staunton is set to portray Queen Elizabeth II in the final seasons of ‘The Crown,’ garnering enthusiastic reactions from fans. The upcoming season promises to tackle pivotal moments in royal history, including the tumultuous period surrounding Princess Diana. While we await a premiere date, viewers can look forward to fresh faces in the cast as the series approaches its conclusion.