Matt Smith Discusses Claire Foy Pay-Disparity Controversy on 'The Crown' | THR News

The transcript discusses the pay disparity between Claire Foy and Matt Smith on Netflix's 'The Crown'. Matt Smith, who played Prince Philip, was paid more than Claire Foy, who portrayed Queen Elizabeth. This revelation sparked controversy, leading to apologies from the production company, Left Bank Pictures. They committed to ensuring no actor is paid more than the queen in future seasons. The issue highlights broader industry concerns about gender pay equality. The transcript also mentions the recasting of key roles for the third season and Left Bank's engagement with organizations like Times Up UK to promote equality.

What was the outcome of the discussions between Netflix and the producers regarding the pay issue?

How did the production company justify the salary disparities among the actors?