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The Best Episodes of The Crown Season 5

Every episode of The Crown Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Crown Season 5!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Crown Season 5 Episode 1 - Queen Victoria Syndrome
    7.4/10(4098 votes)

    #1 - Queen Victoria Syndrome

    S5:E1

    A much-needed update to the Royal Yacht draws scrutiny to the Queen's reign. Hounded by the press, Charles and Diana have a second honeymoon in Italy.

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  2. The Crown Season 5 Episode 2 - The System
    7.6/10(3518 votes)

    #2 - The System

    S5:E2

    Prince Philip offers his support to a grieving family member. Keen to snatch a scoop, a tabloid journalist approaches Diana about a tell-all book.

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  3. The Crown Season 5 Episode 3 - Mou Mou
    8.4/10(4452 votes)

    #3 - Mou Mou

    S5:E3

    In 1946, an Egyptian street vendor finds inspiration in the abdicated King Edward. Years later, he eagerly tries to integrate into British High Society.

    Director:Alex Gabassi

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  4. The Crown Season 5 Episode 4 - Annus Horribilis
    7.9/10(3459 votes)

    #4 - Annus Horribilis

    S5:E4

    Between a fire at Windsor Castle and tensions in her children’s marriages, the Queen commemorates and reassesses her 40 years on the throne.

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  5. The Crown Season 5 Episode 5 - The Way Ahead
    7.6/10(3222 votes)

    #5 - The Way Ahead

    S5:E5

    Faced with the fallout of an intercepted call with Camilla and the consequent kickback to his marriage, Prince Charles must navigate a scandal.

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  6. The Crown Season 5 Episode 6 - Ipatiev House
    7.9/10(3370 votes)

    #6 - Ipatiev House

    S5:E6

    Eager to lead a newly democratic Russia, President Yeltsin tries to win the Queen's support while she navigates new rifts in her marriage with Philip.

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  8. The Crown Season 5 Episode 7 - No Woman's Land
    7.5/10(2988 votes)

    #7 - No Woman's Land

    S5:E7

    As BBC's Martin Bashir goes to great lengths to secure an interview with Diana, the lonely princess finds purpose and warmth in a London hospital.

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  9. The Crown Season 5 Episode 8 - Gunpowder
    8.2/10(3157 votes)

    #8 - Gunpowder

    S5:E8

    The Queen spends quality time with Prince William. On Guy Fawkes Night, fireworks make for a perfect distraction from Diana's BBC interview.

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  10. The Crown Season 5 Episode 9 - Couple 31
    7.8/10(2954 votes)

    #9 - Couple 31

    S5:E9

    The Princess of Wales contends with the repercussions of her statements. The Queen asks the Prime Minister for his help in a delicate family matter.

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  11. The Crown Season 5 Episode 10 - Decommissioned
    7.3/10(2969 votes)

    #10 - Decommissioned

    S5:E10

    After heightened public scrutiny, Charles forges a new alliance in Hong Kong. Mohamed Al-Fayed offers his support to a newly-divorced Diana.

    Director:Alex Gabassi

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Queen Victoria Syndrome" is the best rated episode of "The Crown" season 5. It scored 7.4/10 based on 4098 votes. Directed by Jessica Hobbs and written by Peter Morgan, it aired on 11/9/2022. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The System".