Viewership for TV series 'The Crown' up 800% in the UK after Queen Elizabeth's death


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In the days following Queen Elizabeth's death after seven decades on the throne, there was reportedly a huge spike in the numbers clicking in to watch the series. Photos: Handout

As Liz Butler stood among the crowds of well-wishers outside Buckingham Palace, she couldn't help asking herself if she was living through a future episode of hit TV series The Crown.

Like many of those flocking to bid farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, Butler was a big fan of the Netflix show that has offered viewers a glimpse - albeit fictionalised - inside royal life.

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