The Crown season one, episode four, "Act of God," depicts the 1952 Great Smog as a pivotal challenge to Queen Elizabeth II and Prime Minister Winston Churchill. The episode explores themes of leadership, mortality, and political responsibility while taking creative liberties with historical events, including the fictionalized secretary Venetia Scott. For a detailed breakdown, read the discussion at r/TheCrownNetflix . Netflix's The Crown: What Was The Great Smog of London?