The Crown is a historical drama television series about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, who is the longest-reigning monarch and oldest-serving head of state in the world. It was created by Peter Morgan and it is one of the most acclaimed and popular shows on the streaming giant, Netflix's platform. The season 3 of The Crown debuted on Netflix on November 17, 2019, and focuses on the period between 1964 and 1977. With this season, a new set of characters have been introduced, played by actors new to the show.

Who plays who in The Crown Season 3?

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1. Olivia Colman 

Olivia Colman is an English actor who is playing the role of Queen Elizabeth II. She has deemed a national treasure in the UK. Before playing the role of the Queen, Olivia Colman won critical acclaim and the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Anne, Queen of Great Britain in the 2018 historical drama, The Favorite. 

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2. Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter is an English actor well-known for her roles in both low-budget independent art films and large-scale blockbusters. In The Crown season 3, Helena Bonham Carter plays the role of Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II. 

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3. Tobias Menzies

Hanan Tobias Simpson Menzies is an English stage, television and film actor. He is well-known for his dual role of Frank and Jonathan "Black Jack" Randall in the drama television series Outlander. In The Crown season 3, Tobias Menzies plays the role of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, husband of Queen Elizabeth II. 

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