The Cast of The Crown vs. the Real-Life Royals
1/19Olivia Colman as Queen Elizabeth II
Claire Foy did a magnificent job portraying a young Elizabeth, and Olivia Colman is no less great as an older, more self-assured Queen struggling to lead her nation.
2/19Helena Bonham Carter as Princess Margaret
Among other things, Princess Margaret was known for initiating the most infamous divorce in royal history. Helena Bonham Carter brings new life to the character in Season 3, making Margaret s frustration with her marriage and family role clear.
3/19Emerald Fennell as Camilla Parker-Bowles
Camilla Parker-Bowles, the woman who would eventually come between Charles and Diana is introduced in Season 3. She s played by English actress Emerald Fennell, who was also the showrunner for the second season of Killing Eve.
4/19Josh O'Connor as Prince Charles
Season 3 of The Crown is a big one for Prince Charles, and English actor Josh O Connor has his unique mannerisms down pat. But what will his chemistry with Diana be like next season?
5/19Tobias Menzies as Prince Philip
Tobias Menzies takes over the role of Prince Philip from Matt Smith for the show s third season. The resemblance is a little uncanny, you have to admit.
