The service is to be held in Westminster Abbey for the crowning of King Charles III, along with his wife Camilla Parker Bowles as Queen Consort. The venue for the coronation has been the same for the past 900 years. The date has been chosen to keep in mind the British weather as it is May 6, 2023, and the loyal subjects would be expected to attend in full strength. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, would conduct the ceremony and crown the new king. The programme will last one hour.

The St Edward crown, which the late Queen wore, will now be worn by Charles III. The usual pageantry is expected to be played out with a modern ceremony with an eye for the future.

The banks are likely to be working as usual. However, no announcements have been made yet. It might be recalled that Queen Elizabeth’s crowning took three years in the presence of 8,000 dignitaries. The gold state coach had been used to go riding through the streets to seek the blessings of the subjects who had lined the streets.

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Popular Shows & Films On The Life And Times of Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II was the longest reigning monarch in the history of the UK. Throughout her reign, the Queen had been seen as one of the most admired and respected personalities in the world. Although she never anticipated ruling Britain (until her uncle abdicated the kingdom), however, she rose to prominence rather quickly.

While it is commonly perceived that the Queen’s life would have classy sans drama, however, her life in the palace turns out to be quite the contrary. From her ascension to the throne to her relationship with Prince Philip, from Prince Charles cheating on Diana to Harry and Meghan quitting duties - the Queen’s life was quite a spectacle that attracted wide public attention and media glare.

The Queen’s life and the events surrounding her reign have always ignited curiosity and have been translated into numerous shows, movies, and books. From award-winning films to television shows, there's something for everyone. When it comes to the Queen's life, which has been a roller coaster of events, there are so many options. Here are a few of the best.

‘The Queen’ (2006)

Helen Mirren's acting career is as regal as they come; she has played several queens, including Elizabeth II on several occasions. The director of the film Stephen Frears is famous for depicting real-life stories. The most well-known example was in this 2006 biography, for which Mirren earned the Academy Award for Best Actress.

‘The Royal House of Windsor’ (2017)

Streaming giant Netflix produced ‘The Royal House of Windsor’ in 2017. The docuseries traces the life of the British royal family over the last 100 years with highlights on power struggles, politics and more. The documentary which has six episodes is directed by Mark Petrie. The documentary received critical acclaim, however, many viewers and critics also panned it by calling it a ‘yet another reiteration of history’.

‘The Crown’

‘The Crown’ is one of the most popular shows on Netflix. The historical drama series traces the reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the events that shook the royal family. The series was among the most watched shows in 2020 when the world underwent a lockdown owing to the Covid-19 pandemic. The four-season-long series spans more or less Elizabeth's whole life, and was the subject of a media frenzy last season, with critics claiming that it veered dangerously from historical reality. Nonetheless, as far as royal dramas go, this is a winner — clever, glitzy, and far more astute than it could have been.

The show is directed by Stephen Daldry, Philip Martin, Julian Jarrold, and Benjamin Caron. Peter Morgan wrote the screenplay of ‘The Crown’. Morgan, who envisioned the Queen’s private life, has a long history of writing plays, television shows, and films about real-life heroes who are brought low by catastrophic flaws and this is evident from the show that portrays political chaos and the beginning of a new era. Apart from the historical accuracy, the show has been praised for its nuanced performances by acclaimed actors such as Olivia Colman, Tobias Menzies, Josh O’Connor, Emma Corrin, and Emerald Fennell. The fifth season of the popular show is set to be aired in November.

‘Prince Philip An Extraordinary Life’ (2021)

Another Netflix original film focuses on the life of the late Prince Philip. While the film principally focuses on the life of Prince Philip, it also depicts the life and times of the Queen. The show was popular among the fans of the Royal family and those who wanted to know more about Prince Philip who the Queen had termed her ‘constant strength’. The film was released after the death of one on April 9, 2021. The film helmed by Adrian Munsey and Vance Goodwin was hailed for its intimate portrayal of the politics in the UK.

King Charles III succeeded the Queen after her death, but the coronation legally puts the stamp of approval on the former’s ascension. The date also coincides with the birthday of Prince Harry’s son Archie, and people are anxious to know if he will fly down from the USA.

FAQs:

When is King Charles III going to be crowned?
May 6, 2023.
When was King George VI crowned?
1937
What is the name of the diamond placed in the St. Edward's crown?
The Cullinan Diamond

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King Charles III's coronation date is announced. Details here

King Charles III will ascend the throne, being the oldest monarch to have done so in British history, and will be accompanied by the Queen Consort.