Netflix defends 'The Crown' after ex-PM calls the show ‘malicious fiction’

Streaming giant Netflix defended the latest season of its popular show "The Crown" as a fictional dramatisation after former British Prime Minister, Sir John Major lashed out at the show. The reason behind Sir John's reactions is the 'alleged' wrongful portrayal of King Charles plotting to dethrone the late queen.

Former British prime minister John Major will be played by English actor Jonny Lee Miller in Season 5 of The Crown

Sir Major's office issued a statement, describing the storyline as malicious and nonsensical.

In response, Netflix officials told the BBC, "The Crown has always been presented as a drama based on historical events. Series five is a fictional dramatisation, imagining what could have happened behind closed doors during a significant decade for the royal family."