The first glimpse of Olivia Colman as the Queen in 'The Crown'
The internet has waited with bated breath for a glimpse of Olivia Colman as Queen Elizabeth II since it was first announced that she'd been cast in season 3 of The Crown.
Hold your breath no more, for Netflix has released the very first shot of Colman as the Queen, looking pensive as she clutches a tea cup.
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Netflix confirmed the Broadchurch star had been cast in the role of Queen Elizabeth, taking the helm from Claire Foy who played the role in seasons 1 and 2.
"I think Claire Foy is an absolute genius," Colman said at the time of her casting. "She's an incredible hard act to follow, I'm basically going to re-watch every episode and copy her."
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Colman will star alongside Helena Bonham Carter who'll play Princess Margaret. And, the role of Prince Philip will be played by Tobias Menzies.
We simply cannot wait.
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