The Crown' Showrunner Hits Back at Criticism Over Princess Diana's Presence in Season 6

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Peter Morgan dismisses the backlash over Princess Diana's "ghost" in The Crown, calling out the misinterpretation of the leaked spoilers.

In Season 6 of The Crown, Diana's presence serves as a narrative tool, illustrating her lasting influence on those she left behind.

While the show has previously received backlash for transforming the Royal Family's existence into mere entertainment, Morgan justifies this scrutiny as an inherent aspect of portraying historical figures.

In an interview with Variety, Peter Morgan, the creator of The Crown, delved into the upcoming sixth and final season of the hit series. Addressing the recent controversy surrounding the leaked information about Princess Diana's ghost appearing in the new episodes, Morgan clarified that the backlash stemmed from a misunderstanding of the portrayal of Diana. He explained that Season 5 focuses on the events leading up to her tragic death, and Season 6 will explore the aftermath and the lasting impact on the Royal Family. Therefore, the inclusion of Diana's "ghost" in Season 6 serves as a narrative device rather than a literal representation.

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I never envisioned Diana's presence as a conventional ghost. Rather, it was her enduring existence within the memories of those she left behind. Diana possessed a distinctive quality that motivated me to discover an unconventional manner in which to depict her. She deserved a distinctive narrative treatment.

Netflix's The Crown has faced ongoing criticism for its portrayal of the Royal Family as entertainment. Even acclaimed actress Dame Judi Dench (007 franchise) expressed her concerns. This was particularly apparent in the recent season, which depicted the highly publicized divorce of Princess Diana and Prince Charles (played by Dominic West). It is worth noting that the media frenzy surrounding this event mirrored the show's portrayal. Creator Peter Morgan admitted his reluctance to discuss the show further, as he believes it is impossible to have a meaningful conversation about The Crown within the United Kingdom.

The Crown has always avoided sensationalizing the stories of Queen Elizabeth II and her family. The series creator also stated that they had a rule about not showing Diana's fatal car crash, as there is already ample footage available for those curious about such matters.

In a departure from tradition, Netflix will release the episodes of Season 6 of The Crown in two parts. Part 1 will premiere on November 16 and Part 2 on December 14. Don't forget to add it to your watch list on the Netflix app for reminders.

Netflix is yet to release a trailer for the new season of The Crown but stay tuned at Our website for future updates.