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Having recently stepped into the 21st century and finally subscribing to Netflix, my wife and I decided that first on the list was “The Crown”.

Besides the wonderful acting, some wonderful examples of tailored clothing. For those who watch it I’m sure you’ll agree. The show has a lot of eye appeal.
 

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I am somewhat embarassed to admit that as a three year subscriber to Amazon Prime, I have watched but two shows (total) available from Prime Video. I suppose I would get more use of the service if I could figure out how to bring the shows up on the TV, rarther than on my desktop monitor, in the gathering room! I have not yet watched The Crown, but assume it is a bit like Downton Abbey...yes, no? ;)
 

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I am somewhat embarassed to admit that as a three year subscriber to Amazon Prime, I have watched but two shows (total) available from Prime Video. I suppose I would get more use of the service if I could figure out how to bring the shows up on the TV, rarther than on my desktop monitor, in the gathering room! I have not yet watched The Crown, but assume it is a bit like Downton Abbey...yes, no? ;)
It's the story of young Elizabeth and her ascent to the throne after the death of George VI.
 

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I am somewhat embarassed to admit that as a three year subscriber to Amazon Prime, I have watched but two shows (total) available from Prime Video. I suppose I would get more use of the service if I could figure out how to bring the shows up on the TV, rarther than on my desktop monitor, in the gathering room! I have not yet watched The Crown, but assume it is a bit like Downton Abbey...yes, no? ;)
Assuming you have your TV hooked up to cable and a TV bought in the past ten or so years, it usually isn't that complicated (and sometime very easy depending on this or that) to get your Netflix account to stream to your TV. If you're not a tech DIYer, then your kid / grandkid could probably do it for you.

I say all that because Netflix and Amazon (the two streaming services we have) really offer a lot of good shows (and a ton of garbage ). Have you watched "The Man in the High Castle" as that's one of Amazon's best?

"The Crown's" first two seasons (from memory) run from the time of "Downton" through the '50s. I think the third season is about to start and will take up a bit later. As SG67 implies, "The Crown" is visually gorgeous - yes the clothes are, but so are all the period details. And it is a well-written story (based on history, but they play fast and loose with the facts) - soap opera, yes, but so was "Downton."
 

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Assuming you have your TV hooked up to cable and a TV bought in the past ten or so years, it usually isn't that complicated (and sometime very easy depending on this or that) to get your Netflix account to stream to your TV. If you're not a tech DIYer, then your kid / grandkid could probably do it for you.

I say all that because Netflix and Amazon (the two streaming services we have) really offer a lot of good shows (and a ton of garbage ). Have you watched "The Man in the High Castle" as that's one of Amazon's best?

"The Crown's" first two seasons (from memory) run from the time of "Downton" through the '50s. I think the third season is about to start and will take up a bit later. As SG67 implies, "The Crown" is visually gorgeous - yes the clothes are, but so are all the period details. And it is a well-written story (based on history, but they play fast and loose with the facts) - soap opera, yes, but so was "Downton."
Well, the TV was purchased just two years back and I'm told it is a "smart TV", at least smarter than it's owner, with many of the streaming services built in and we are hooked up to Spectrum Cable Services. I am certifiably Cyber-challenged. So much so, that I had to go to the Apple Store and take classes on how to use my iphone and wristwatch. LOL, their parting words to me were, "get yourself one of those books they sell for dummies!" Perhaps it is time to issue a Cyber-consulting contract with one of the Grand Kids?

PS: Truth be known, those wonderful Apple employees did succeed is teaching me how to use my iphone and Apple watch. ;)
 

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Well, the TV was purchased just two years back and I'm told it is a "smart TV", at least smarter than it's owner, with many of the streaming services built in and we are hooked up to Spectrum Cable Services. I am certifiably Cyber-challenged. So much so, that I had to go to the Apple Store and take classes on how to use my iphone and wristwatch. LOL, their parting words to me were, "get yourself one of those books they sell for dummies!" Perhaps it is time to issue a Cyber-consulting contract with one of the Grand Kids?

PS: Truth be known, those wonderful Apple employees did succeed is teaching me how to use my iphone and Apple watch. ;)
We, too, have Spectrum (although, it's really the old Time Warner system that they bought) and a smart TV. It's pretty straight forward, but since setting it up is not your thing, I'd encourage you to ask any friend/family member who stays up on this stuff and they'll have you up and running in no time. It's well worth it. Good luck.
 

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@eagle2250 since you're familiar with the iPhone, think of your tv as just a big screen with apps. Amazon and Netflix will both be separate apps. Any Smart tv made in the past two should make them super easy to find. You just need to ensure your tv is connected to your wireless network or has a wired internet connection. Another alternative is an Amazon fire stick that's just plugged into a free HDMI port on your tv. It only connects wirelessly to the internet.
 

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Fulfilling my contractual obligation as a dissenting voice might I caution against the internet of things? Google and Amazon already know quite enough about us without granting them permission to spy upon us in our own homes.

"Alexa, what does totalitarian technocracy mean?"
 

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Fulfilling my contractual obligation as a dissenting voice might I caution against the internet of things? Google and Amazon already know quite enough about us without granting them permission to spy upon us in our own homes.

"Alexa, what does totalitarian technocracy mean?"
I agree. Beware.
I just finished reading Dorian Lynskey's "Ministry of Truth" and the closing chapters discuss how Orwell's 1984 has been interpreted in recent years, including its relationship to big tech.

Of course he, Lynskey that is, is also a Lefty so he cannot help himself in the same closing chapters regarding his politics, but it doesn't take away from the book. It's a good read.
 

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Fulfilling my contractual obligation as a dissenting voice might I caution against the internet of things? Google and Amazon already know quite enough about us without granting them permission to spy upon us in our own homes.

"Alexa, what does totalitarian technocracy mean?"
LOL. My friend you have just stated my case for removing the interior cameras from our homes security system....potential unauthorized remote activation by a third party. However, the doorbell camera will still document the ne're do wells coming to our front door! ;)
 

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LOL. My friend you have just stated my case for removing the interior cameras from our homes security system....potential unauthorized remote activation by a third party. However, the doorbell camera will still document the ne're do wells coming to our front door! ;)
I too am annoyed by the those pesky kids asking for free candy every year in October!
 

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I've watched "The Crown" as well and I've enjoyed the early-mid 50s tailoring.

There was a character, I think he was one of the assistants of the Queen or a butler, that however always had a massive unsightly collar gap. I always kept wondering how the costume department did overlook this. Actually since in Downton Abbey the butler often has collar gap as well, I wonder if this something done with the purpose of representing some historical fact...
 

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For those watching, I think the 3rd season was much better. The character portrayals were better and the acting stronger amongst the principle characters (Lithgow in season 1 as Churchill was awesome!).
Of course, this being a clothing forum, the men's clothing on display is absolutely wonderful. I wish there were a few more screen caps but I'll post a few I've spotted.

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Fashion Coat Happy Flower Suit


Forehead Chin Outerwear Facial expression Flat cap
 

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It's definitively on my watch list. Do the Prince of Edinburgh sport his famous brass buckled court shoes in the series?
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I haven't noticed that yet but also have not looked for it. I tried to google the director for the men's wardrobing as through the series it was just an orgy for both English country wear as well as more formal as well as casual clothing. Unfortunately, all of the focus was on the women's clothing.
 

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I haven't noticed that yet but also have not looked for it. I tried to google the director for the men's wardrobing as through the series it was just an orgy for both English country wear as well as more formal as well as casual clothing. Unfortunately, all of the focus was on the women's clothing.
It's sort of funny, but of course not surprising, that the focus was on the women's clothing. In this particular family it's actually the men who are famous for their sartorial mastery. The Windsor women are considered to be rather naff. Sadly the torch will not be taken over by the sons of Charles.
 

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Fulfilling my contractual obligation as a dissenting voice might I caution against the internet of things? Google and Amazon already know quite enough about us without granting them permission to spy upon us in our own homes.

"Alexa, what does totalitarian technocracy mean?"
The fact that we are all complicit by carrying around our own monitoring devices doesn't help.
 
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