The Crown is one of Netflix's biggest shows so it's no wonder that it constantly appears in the 'Most Popular' category. After season four's release back in November, the period drama's success grew even further and bagged a number of awards for its stars including Emma Corrin, Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson.
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And while we eagerly await the release of series five, we have been searching for shows and TV that all have a similar feel to The Crown.
From fellow period dramas with great actors, to documentaries about the real-life royals, here are some great shows and films that will keep you entertained for hours…
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The Royal House of Windsor
Available to watch on Netflix
The Crown often focuses on real-life events in the royal family's history, but the script and characters have been enhanced for the sake of TV. Therefore, sometimes a documentary is your best bet if you're keen to learn more about the history of the British royals. The Royal House of Windsor is a Netflix docu-series that goes right back to the early twentieth century, beginning with the abdication of Edward VIII and running right up until the tragic death of Princess Diana.
The documentary is on Netflix
Mary Queen of Scots
Available to watch on Netflix
The fascinating stories of the royal family didn't just start in recent centuries. Mary Queen of Scots the movie, released in 2018, stars Margot Robbie and Saoirse Ronan as Mary and Elizabeth – cousins who are battling for their right to the throne. A great picture with a gripping story and impressive cast, this one is not to be missed.
© Photo: RexMargot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I
Elizabeth & Margaret: Love and Loyalty
Available to watch on Netflix
One of the early storylines that proved most popular in the early series of The Crown was the relationship between Princess Margaret and the Queen. This two-part documentary takes a look at their close bond and "widely misunderstood" relationship, as well as how Elizabeth's accession to the throne took its toll on Margaret's personal life.
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© Photo: NetflixMagaret and Elizabeth's relationship is examined in this mini docu-series
Bridgerton
Available to watch on Netflix
Like The Crown, Bridgerton became a smash hit for Netflix. Bridgerton boasts gorgeous costumes, a great cast and a very dramatic plot, so if you've not watched yet then you're missing out. The good news is that the Shondaland creation, based on the novels of the same name, has been renewed for another three seasons.
© Photo: NetflixBridgerton has been a global smash hit since its release
The Last Czars
Available to watch on Netflix
It's not just the British royals that provide a fascinating history - so too do the Russian royals, particularly the Romanov Dynasty. This six-part docudrama tells the story of the reign of Nicholas II and his accession to the throne in 1894 until his assassination in 1918.
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© Photo: NetflixThe Last Czars is on Netflix
The King's Speech
Available to watch on Netflix
Colin Firth fronts this brilliant drama film about King George VI's stutter and reluctance to speak in public. With the help of a speech therapist Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush), the King soon overcomes his personal challenge. The Crown's Helena Bonham Carter also stars as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
© Photo: RexColin Firth in The Queen's Speech
Victoria
Available to watch on Amazon Prime
ITV's answer to The Crown is undoubtedly Victoria, starring Jenna Coleman and Tom Hughes as Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
© Photo: ITVJenna Coleman plays Queen Victoria
The actress has also hinted that a fourth series is in the works, so now is a great time to get caught up.
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