Is The Crown's Olivia Colman's Best Performance Yet?
By Alex Ramirez | The Crown: Where Royalty Meets Reality TV
If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent countless hours binge-watching The Crown. The show’s masterful blend of drama, politics, and period perfection has captured our hearts, and we can’t get enough of it. But let’s be real – the real star of the show is Queen Elizabeth II herself, aka Olivia Colman. As she takes on the role for the third season, one question lingers: Is this her best performance yet?
Colman has proven herself to be an exceptional actress in The Crown so far. Her portrayal of the young Queen Elizabeth II in Season 2 was a tour-de-force, capturing the complexity and vulnerability of a monarch still finding her footing. And then came Season 3, where she takes on the mantle of an older, wiser, yet still formidable queen.
Colman’s performance is both nuanced and captivating, weaving together moments of elegance and humor with flashes of anger and frustration. She brings a depth to Elizabeth that makes us laugh, cry, and – most importantly – feel like we’re watching history unfold before our eyes. But what makes this performance stand out from the rest?
One aspect that sets Colman apart is her ability to convey the weight of responsibility that comes with being queen. We see it in the way she carries herself with poise and confidence, but also in the small moments where cracks start to show – a raised eyebrow, a flicker of emotion on her face. It’s this very humanization that makes Elizabeth so relatable, even when we’re watching a monarch navigate some of the most high-stakes politics in history.
Colman’s performance is not without its challenges, of course. The Crown’s third season is notable for tackling themes of mental health, marriage, and motherhood – all areas where the Queen struggled to balance her public persona with private doubts. We see Elizabeth grappling with these issues head-on, often coming out the other side in a slightly battered but still formidable state.
And then there’s the supporting cast, who bring their own unique brand of talent to the show. From Harry and Meghan to Philip and Camilla – each character adds layers to our understanding of Elizabeth, forcing us to reevaluate what we thought we knew about her. Colman is expertly supported by a talented ensemble that makes even the most challenging scenes feel authentic.
But perhaps the biggest challenge for Colman was capturing Elizabeth’s evolution over the decades. The Queen’s role in history has been one of steady statesmanship and tradition, yet beneath the surface, she’s shown flashes of defiance, rebellion, and – occasionally – full-on royal rage. Colman masterfully conveys these contradictions, making us feel like we’re witnessing a woman at once timeless and thoroughly human.
Now, you might be wondering: what makes this performance stand out from all the rest? Well, my friends, it’s quite simple really – Olivia Colman is bloody fantastic. She brings an unbridled energy to her portrayal of Elizabeth that feels both exhilarating and exhausting (in the best possible way). When she takes on a scene, you can bet your royal crown that we’re in for something special.
So, is The Crown’s Olivia Colman’s best performance yet? Honestly, I think we’ll have to wait until the final season to say for sure. One thing is certain – regardless of what comes next, Olivia Colman has proven herself to be an acting force to be reckoned with. And that’s something we can all get behind.
The Crown may be a show about royals and drama, but at its core, it’s a story about people. People with hearts, hopes, fears, and dreams – just like us. As we watch Olivia Colman bring Queen Elizabeth II to life on screen, we’re reminded that even the most storied of monarchs has her own battles to fight.
What I want to leave you with today is this: Who else can make you laugh one minute and tug at your heartstrings the next? If anyone – it’s probably Olivia Colman.
