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The Crown S1E4 — Act of God

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The Crown•Season 1•Episode 4

Act of God

8.6/10 · 6,508 votesNov 4, 201658 min

Ranked #4 of 10 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

When dense smog cripples London for days and creates a serious health hazard, Churchill’s inaction leaves him vulnerable to his political enemies.

Directed byJulian Jarrold

Written byPeter Morgan

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Claire Foy

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Queen Elizabeth II

Matt Smith

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Princess Margaret

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Timothy Everest

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Episode Summary

"Act of God" is episode 4 of The Crown season 1. It scored 8.6/10 from 6,508 votes, ranking #4 of 10 episodes this season (season average 8.5). Directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Peter Morgan, it aired on November 4, 2016.

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