Top 10 Things The Crown Season 6 Left Out
#10: Prince Edward & Sophie Rhys-Jones' Wedding
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“The Crown” acknowledges the rise and fall of three royal romances in the latter half of the series to varying extents. However, it skips the nuptials between the Queen’s youngest son, Prince Edward, and Sophie Rhys-Jones— which, as of writing, is still going strong. Their paths crossed at a tennis event in 1993; clearly, it was a game set match! In 1999, they tied the knot in a more understated (by Royal standards) celebration that reportedly still captivated 200 million spectators. The now Duchess would’ve been considered a “commoner” before marrying into royalty, and well, who doesn’t love a good ol’ Cinderella story? This love story could’ve offered an intriguing parallel to Prince William and Kate Middleton’s.
#9: Diana Grieves Her Good Friend Gianni Versace
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In the first four episodes of season six, we explore Princess Diana’s last summer before her tragic accident. While some key events are covered, it overlooks Diana’s profound sadness at the sudden death of her friend Gianni Versace. Reports say she heard the news while on a yacht with Dodi Al-Fayed, which fits into the season’s timeline. Diana’s reported reaction reflected her deep grief and growing anxieties about a similar fate at the hands of the royal family. Al-Fayed’s bodyguard, Lee Sansum, recalled her asking, “Do you think they’ll do that to me?” Her concerns about the royals are briefly mentioned in the penultimate episode, but blending this storyline could’ve added another layer to Diana’s story
#8: The Turn of the Millennium
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Many rulers have overseen the turn of a century, but far fewer can say they were monarchs at the turn of the millennium! The year 2000 brings memories of Y2K buzz—excitement, apprehension, the millennium bug, anyone? Yet the event slides by with very little fanfare on “The Crown.” At the very least, they could’ve included the opening of the Millennium Dome (Now The O2), and who wouldn’t have wanted to see the Queen reluctantly joining hands with the Blairs and others for a round of “Auld Lang Syne?” Sure, the U.K. welcomed the new millennium with more of a fizz than a bang, but there was still plenty of untapped potential for captivating storylines.
#7: A Packed Political Landscape
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Season six mostly focuses on the peak and decline of “King Tony,” covering significant events like the Iraq invasion. However, did you know he also introduced the minimum wage, enforced the Civil Partnership Act for same-sex unions, and invested heavily in education and healthcare reforms? Despite these accomplishments at home, his time as Prime Minister is mostly remembered for controversial decisions in foreign affairs. The series also missed an opportunity to explore the Treaty of Amsterdam, which primarily aimed to help the EU grow and introduced changes in justice, social policy, environmental conservation, and more. Delving into this could have added an interesting perspective, especially with the foresight of Brexit to shape the story.
#6: Diana Sets Her Sights on Hollywood
After leaving the royal family, Diana contemplated a fresh start across the pond, and it seems Hollywood came calling. In fact, discussions about her starring in a sequel to the 1992 box office hit “The Bodyguard” were confirmed by none other than the star himself, Kevin Costner. Apparently, her ex-sister-in-law, Sarah Ferguson (a.k.a. Fergie), convinced her to consider the role. There was even supposedly a script in the works, potentially mirroring Diana’s life as a public figure. Unfortunately, Diana passed away before the project took off. Just imagine the potential this presents for a captivating storyline in “The Crown.” At the very least, it could’ve offered a glimpse into the movie that never came to be.
#5: The Good Friday Agreement
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The series has previously touched on The Troubles in Northern Ireland, albeit very loosely and not always entirely accurately. Season six had an opportunity to rectify that by delving into the 1997 Northern Ireland riots, a pivotal event marked by longstanding conflicts, mass protests, and clashes between Irish nationalists and governmental entities. This history could’ve been explored in an episode highlighting Tony Blair’s instrumental role in establishing the Good Friday Agreement, which was key in bringing peace to the region. The episode could have ended with the Queen’s 2002 visit to Northern Ireland during her Golden Jubilee tour. Perhaps we’d see her paying respects to the victims of the IRA’s devastating 1998 Omagh attack.
#4: More of Diana’s Philanthropy
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Revered as the People’s Princess, Diana earned admiration for her boundless compassion and dedication to positive change. While season six spotlights her famous landmine walk, Diana was involved in numerous humanitarian causes. She actively advocated for better HIV/AIDS understanding, fought against poverty and illness, supported vulnerable youth, and challenged mental health stigmas. The series missed chances to showcase her significant meeting with Nelson Mandela or her visit to the White House with First Lady Hillary Clinton as a Red Cross representative. They could have shown her journey to Pakistan, where she raised funds for a new hospital, echoing her Harlem hospital visit from season four. These are just some examples of her global impact.
#3: Princes William & Harry Meet Camilla for the First Time
Now that we think about it, did Camilla even share any screentime with the Princes before her wedding to their father? Considering they were probably aware of the relationship’s history, incorporating their first meeting could have added substantial drama. Reportedly, Prince Charles planned a discreet introduction ahead of his 50th birthday party. However, fate had other plans when Prince William paid an unexpectedly early visit to the palace, but their introduction apparently went well. Accounts also suggest Prince Harry’s first meeting was cordial, but he felt she was somewhat indifferent towards him. He even went so far as to liken the encounter to getting an injection (yikes!). This scene practically writes itself!
#2: The Queen Mother's 100th birthday
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While hitting 100 may become more common in the future, in 2012, the United Nations reported that only 316,600 individuals—that’s less than one percent of the global population— lived to see triple digits. We imagine that number was even smaller just over a decade earlier when the Queen Mother became the first British royal to reach this milestone. It's surprising that such a momentous event didn't get more attention in “The Crown.” We're not suggesting it needed a whole episode, but it feels like a missed opportunity not to recreate some of the joyful celebrations that marked this historic occasion. If you ask us, this was a landmark moment well worth revisiting.
#1: Diana’s Iconic 1997 Christie’s Auction
We’ve delved into Diana’s charitable endeavors, but her status as a fashion icon deserves some attention, too. In 1997, Vanity Fair featured her as their cover girl, accompanied by a candid spread about her desire for a fresh start. However, a captivating way to revisit her iconic looks would have been to recreate her 1997 Christie’s auction. With 79 outfits reportedly on offer, it wasn’t just about fundraising; it served as a symbolic bookend to her pre-divorce life. Notably, the dress she wore during her dance with John Travolta at the White House in 1985 fetched a then-record-breaking $222,500. Surely, they could’ve found a Travolta lookalike to recreate that moment flashback style? Talk about iconic! Which moment from royal history would you have wanted to see in “The Crown’s” Final season” Let us know in the comments
