Listen up, friends! It seems like the royal family on Netflix’s hit show The Crown is about to get a new member, and this time it’s none other than Prince Philip. Now, before you get too excited, let me clarify—this isn’t the real Prince Philip we’re talking about. Instead, it’s the beloved character who’s set to return for Season 3 of the show, but with a fresh face. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the talented actor Paul Bettany is in talks to step into Matt Smith’s shoes and take over the role of Prince Philip. Let’s dive deeper into what this could mean for the show and its fans.
So, here’s the scoop: Paul Bettany might be signing on the dotted line soon to join the cast of The Crown. Matt Smith has been absolutely fantastic as Prince Philip during the first two seasons, but since the show is about to jump forward in time to the mid-1960s, the producers decided it was time for a recast. You see, the current cast just won’t age naturally to portray the characters accurately. And who better to fill those shoes than Paul Bettany? He’s got the gravitas, the charm, and the acting chops to pull it off. What do you think? Could Paul be the next big thing for The Crown?
Why Paul Bettany Could Be Perfect for the Role
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Now, if you’re wondering whether Matt Smith knows who’s replacing him, well, it turns out he might have an idea! During a chat with Late Night with Seth Meyers, Matt playfully hinted at his potential successor. “Well, I don’t know, I maybe know. I don’t know if I know. I’m not meant to know, but I maybe know,” he teased. He went on to say, “If it’s the person that it could be, I was just totally flattered. I thought, ‘Oh, I’m flattered.’” Some fans are speculating that the talented UK actor David Tennant could also be in the running for the role. Wouldn’t that be something?
Other Key Cast Changes Coming Up
While the recasting of Prince Philip is creating waves, it’s not the only big change happening in the world of The Crown. The roles of Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret have already been confirmed to be recast. Just last month, Vanessa Kirby, who portrayed Princess Margaret during Seasons 1 and 2, hinted on Instagram that Helena Bonham Carter will be taking over her role. Vanessa shared a lighthearted Instagram photo with Helena, captioning it, “Honoured @thecrownnetflix.” Talk about passing the torch!
Claire Foy’s Farewell and Olivia Colman’s Entrance
And speaking of farewells, Claire Foy, who has brought Queen Elizabeth to life for the past two seasons, is also set to step aside. “I always knew from the start that I was only going to be doing two seasons. I’m just incredibly grateful that I’ve had such a wonderful time playing that part and made friends for life,” she shared in a past interview. Luckily, the baton will be handed over to Olivia Colman, and Claire seems thrilled with the choice. “She’s great,” Claire once told Jimmy Fallon. “You’ll forget all about me and the rest of the cast. You’ll be like, ‘Who are they?’ We’re just the warm-up act.” Can’t wait to see how Season 3 unfolds!
