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The Crown S5E9 — Couple 31

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The Crown•Season 5•Episode 9

Couple 31

7.8/10 · 3,099 votesNov 9, 202253 min

Ranked #5 of 10 in Season 5•matches the season avg

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.

Directed byChristian Schwochow

Written byPeter Morgan

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Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Queen Elizabeth II

Jonathan Pryce

Jonathan Pryce

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Lesley Manville

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Princess Margaret

Dominic West

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Prince Charles

Jonny Lee Miller

Jonny Lee Miller

John Major

Claudia Harrison

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Princess Anne

Marcia Warren

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Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother

Elizabeth Debicki

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Princess Diana

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Finn McGrath

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Celia Haining

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Frank Lamm

Director of Photography

Peter Morgan

Peter Morgan

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Finn McGrath

Co-Producer

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Joe Carey

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Episode Summary

"Couple 31" is episode 9 of The Crown season 5. It scored 7.8/10 from 3,099 votes, ranking #5 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Christian Schwochow and written by Peter Morgan, it aired on November 9, 2022.

Next: E10 · Decommissioned Best of Season 5