The season received a polarized response compared to earlier installments. While some critics praised Elizabeth Debicki's performance as Diana, others felt the storytelling lacked the tight focus of previous years, often drifting into side stories like the history of the Al-Fayed family . In response to criticism regarding historical accuracy, Netflix added a disclaimer to the series' synopsis and trailers, clarifying it as a "fictional dramatisation".

This season marks a transitional period for the series, featuring a new cast to reflect the aging of the Royal Family during the early-to-mid 1990s.

: The central narrative revolves around the breakdown of the marriage between Prince Charles (played by Dominic West) and Princess Diana (played by Elizabeth Debicki). Key historical events covered include: