‘The Crown’ Adds a ‘Fictional Dramatization’ Disclaimer to Season 5 Trailer After Backlash

Judi Dench was the latest to call on Netflix to add a disclaimer to the Emmy-winning drama

Netflix has added a disclaimer to the text description accompanying its Season 5 trailer for “The Crown,” following backlash from British actors, politicians and more to its portrayal of the royal family’s inner workings.

Inspired by real events, this fictional dramatization tells the story of Queen Elizabeth II and the political and personal events that shaped her reign,” the disclaimer reads, in a first for the streamer. Trailers for previous seasons have not included such language. You can watch the Season 5 trailer above.

In full, the description continues: “It’s a new decade, and the royal family are facing what may be their biggest challenge yet: proving their continued relevance in ‘90s Britain.

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