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The Best Episodes Written By Peter Morgan

Every TV Episode Written by Peter Morgan Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. 8.5/10(30 votes)

    #1 - Aberfan

    S3:E3

    A horrible disaster in the Welsh town of Aberfan leaves scores of children dead, but when the Queen takes a week to decide to visit the town to offer solace to its people, she must confront her reasons for postponing the trip.

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  2. 8.5/10(42 votes)

    #2 - Vergangenheit

    S2:E6

    A secret World War II document opens Elizabeth's eyes to grim realities about a family member. The Duke of Windsor campaigns to re-enter public life.

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  3. 8.4/10(27 votes)

    #3 - Fagan

    S4:E5

    As Thatcher's policies create rising unemployment, a desperate man breaks into the palace, where he finds Elizabeth's bedroom and awakens her for a talk.

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  4. 8.4/10(44 votes)

    #4 - Marionettes

    S2:E5

    After Elizabeth makes a tone-deaf speech at a Jaguar factory, she and the monarchy come under public attack from an outspoken lord.

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  5. 8.4/10(25 votes)

    #5 - War

    S4:E10

    Amid a growing challenge to her power, Thatcher fights for her position. Charles grows more determined to separate from Diana as their marriage unravels.

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  6. 8.3/10(23 votes)

    #6 - 48:1

    S4:E8

    As many nations condemn apartheid in South Africa, tension mounts between Thatcher and Elizabeth over their clashing opinions on applying sanctions.

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  7. 8.3/10(27 votes)

    #7 - Tywysog Cymru

    S3:E6

    Prince Charles is sent to Aberystwyth to learn Welsh from an ardent nationalist in preparation for the ceremony for his investiture as Prince of Wales.

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  8. 8.3/10(27 votes)

    #8 - Fairytale

    S4:E3

    After Charles proposes, Diana moves into Buckingham Palace and finds her life filled with princess training, loneliness — and Camilla Parker Bowles.

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  9. 8.2/10(38 votes)

    #9 - Assassins

    S1:E9

    As tensions with Philip increase, Elizabeth spends time with her old friend Porchey. Churchill’s portrait is painted for his 80th birthday.

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  10. 8.2/10(41 votes)

    #10 - Scientia Potentia Est

    S1:E7

    As the Soviets test the H-bomb, both Churchill and Eden have major health crises. Angry about her inadequate education, Elizabeth hires a tutor.

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  11. 8.2/10(41 votes)

    #11 - Dear Mrs. Kennedy

    S2:E8

    Inspired by Jackie Kennedy and against her government's wishes, Elizabeth takes an unconventional approach to resolving an issue with Ghana.

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  12. 8.2/10(24 votes)

    #12 - Avalanche

    S4:E9

    Charles is caught in a deadly avalanche, prompting both him and Diana to reevaluate their commitment to their troubled marriage.

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  13. 8.1/10(62 votes)

    #13 - Hyde Park Corner

    S1:E2

    With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Philip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.

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  14. 8.1/10(45 votes)

    #14 - Act of God

    S1:E4

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

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  15. 8.1/10(25 votes)

    #15 - Terra Nullius

    S4:E6

    On a tour of Australia, Diana struggles to balance motherhood with her royal duties while both she and Charles cope with their marriage difficulties.

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  16. 8.1/10(39 votes)

    #16 - Pride & Joy

    S1:E8

    Elizabeth and Philip go on an exhausting world journey. Margaret takes over some of her sister’s official duties and tries to liven things up.

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  17. 8.1/10(40 votes)

    #17 - Gloriana

    S1:E10

    Margaret and Peter are reunited, but another obstacle stands in their way. Elizabeth is torn between her duty as Queen and her love for her sister.

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  18. 8.0/10(41 votes)

    #18 - Paterfamilias

    S2:E9

    Philip insists that Prince Charles attend his alma mater in Scotland and reminisces about the life-changing difficulties he experienced there.

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  19. 8.0/10(28 votes)

    #19 - Bubbikins

    S3:E4

    Left without a home by a political coup in Athens, Philip's eccentric mother, Princess Alice of Greece, is invited to live in Buckingham Palace by the Queen.

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  20. 7.9/10(26 votes)

    #20 - The Balmoral Test

    S4:E2

    Margaret Thatcher visits Balmoral but has trouble fitting in with the royal family, while Charles finds himself torn between his heart and family duty.

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  21. 7.9/10(52 votes)

    #21 - Windsor

    S1:E3

    With Elizabeth in a new role, Philip tries to assert some power. Churchill wants to delay the coronation. King George’s disgraced brother arrives.

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  22. 7.9/10(39 votes)

    #22 - Lisbon

    S2:E3

    Palace insiders try to prevent a scandal that could reflect poorly on Philip. Eden faces censure from his cabinet and the press.

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  23. 7.9/10(26 votes)

    #23 - Favourites

    S4:E4

    While Margaret Thatcher struggles with the disappearance of her favorite child, Elizabeth reexamines her relationships with her four children.

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  24. 7.9/10(49 votes)

    #24 - Misadventure

    S2:E1

    As Philip leaves for a long tour, Elizabeth makes an upsetting discovery. Prime Minister Eden wants to strike back after Egypt seizes the Suez Canal.

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  25. 7.9/10(32 votes)

    #25 - Gold Stick

    S4:E1

    As Elizabeth welcomes Britain's first woman prime minister and Charles meets a young Diana Spencer, an IRA attack brings tragedy to the royal family.

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Peter Morgan Ratings Summary

"Aberfan" is the best rated episode written by Peter Morgan. It scored 8.533/10 based on 30 votes. It was directed by Benjamin Caron. It aired on 11/17/2019 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Vergangenheit".