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The Best Episodes of The Crown Season 6

Every episode of The Crown Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Crown Season 6!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Crown Season 6 Episode 10 - Sleep, Dearie Sleep
    9.0/10(4173 votes)

    S6:E10

    The Queen gives Charles the green light to wed Camilla. Tasked with planning her own funeral ahead of her 80th birthday, she faces an existential crisis.

    Director:Stephen Daldry
    Writer:Peter Morgan

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  2. The Crown Season 6 Episode 8 - Ritz
    8.6/10(3563 votes)

    S6:E8

    After a series of strokes, a declining Margaret recalls a wild night with her sister at the Ritz in 1945, and later celebrates her 70th birthday there.

    Director:Alex Gabassi
    Writers:Peter Morgan, Meriel Sheibani-Clare

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  3. The Crown Season 6 Episode 4 - Aftermath
    8.2/10(3589 votes)

    S6:E4

    As the world mourns, the Queen's silence prompts ire and warnings from a grieving Charles. How will she rise to the occasion and mother her nation?

    Director:Christian Schwochow
    Writer:Peter Morgan

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  4. The Crown Season 6 Episode 3 - Dis-Moi Oui
    8.1/10(3368 votes)

    S6:E3

    Dodi's father urges him to propose, but marriage is the last thing on Diana's mind. Later, a high-speed car chase with paparazzi ends in disaster.

    Director:Christian Schwochow
    Writer:Peter Morgan

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  5. The Crown Season 6 Episode 9 - Hope Street
    8.0/10(2524 votes)

    S6:E9

    Reeling from loss and wary of her Golden Jubilee, the Queen bonds with William, who finds his footing between normality and life in the royal limelight.

    Director:Erik Richter Strand
    Writers:Jonathan Wilson, Peter Morgan

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  6. The Crown Season 6 Episode 1 - Persona Non Grata
    7.8/10(3211 votes)

    S6:E1

    Diana holidays in Saint-Tropez with Al-Fayed and bonds with his son Dodi. Charles is crushed when the Queen won't attend Camilla's 50th birthday party.

    Director:Alex Gabassi
    Writer:Peter Morgan

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  7. The Crown Season 6 Episode 2 - Two Photographs
    7.8/10(3003 votes)

    S6:E2

    Cameras flash and a media circus swirls as Diana and Dodi spend more time together. In retaliation, Charles stages a fatherly photo op with his sons.

    Director:Christian Schwochow
    Writer:Peter Morgan

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  8. The Crown Season 6 Episode 5 - Willsmania
    7.6/10(2861 votes)

    S6:E5

    Hounded by press and adoring girls, 15-year-old William struggles to find stability after Diana's death. Charles enlists his own parents to help his son.

    Director:May el-Toukhy
    Writers:Jonathan Wilson, Peter Morgan

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  9. The Crown Season 6 Episode 6 - Ruritania
    7.4/10(2690 votes)

    S6:E6

    Eager to improve the monarchy's public image, the Queen seeks out savvy statesman Tony Blair — but the Prime Minister's advice defies royal protocol.

    Director:Erik Richter Strand
    Writers:Peter Morgan, Daniel Marc Janes

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  10. The Crown Season 6 Episode 7 - Alma Mater
    7.4/10(2656 votes)

    S6:E7

    Now at university, William sets his eyes on Kate Middleton. With meddling parents and other prospects in the mix, how will their connection bloom?

    Director:May el-Toukhy
    Writers:Jonathan Wilson, Peter Morgan

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Sleep, Dearie Sleep" is the best rated episode of "The Crown" season 6. It scored 9/10 based on 4173 votes. Directed by Stephen Daldry and written by Peter Morgan, it aired on 12/14/2023. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Ritz".