Queen Elizabeth II: Five Movies Based On Late Ruler's Life

On Thursday, September 8, one of the world's oldest-serving Monarchs, Queen Elizabeth II died after 70 years on the British throne.

In her lifetime, the revered Queen's life and family was frequently portrayed in films and TV shows, from dramas to comedies and documentaries.

Here are five films and shows that feature fictional or actual events of the Queen’s life and family.

1. The Crown

The six-season series from Netflix is arguably the most successful TV show based on Queen Elizabeth II.

Written and produced by Peter Morgan from his drama film ‘The Queen’, the show follows the reign of the Monarch.

Since its premiere in 2016, the series has been nominated for 423 awards, winning 129.

2. The Queen

Starring Dame Helen Mirren as Queen Elizabeth II, the Peter Morgan-scripted drama follows the monarch’s attempt to deal with a series of events sparked by the death of Princess Diana.

3. Spencer

While the Pablo Larraín-directed historical fiction psychological drama is based on Princess Diana, it is set on a fictional account of a critical and mentally grueling period of Princess of Wales’ life as she considers divorcing Prince Charles and leaving the British royal family.

The relationship between the Queen and Diana is also explored in the film with Stella Gonet as Queen Elizabeth.

4. A Royal Night Out

The Julian Jarrold-directed film is based on a teenage Princess Elizabeth and her younger sister Princess Margaret, as they venture out of Buckingham Palace to participate in the Victory in Europe Day celebrations.

5. The King's Speech

The historical drama follows Queen Elizabeth’s father King George VI.

To cope with a stammer, the King hires an Australian speech therapist with unconventional methods.