Paul Bettany might soon feel the weight ofThe Crown.
(TheDaily Mails Baz Bamigboyewas first to report the ongoing negotiations between the actor and streamer.)
In October,Olivia Colman was pickedto take over for Emmy winner Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth.

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In January, EW confirmed thatHelena Bonham Carter was nearing a dealto portray the queens sister, Princess Margaret.
Season 2 debuted on Dec. 8.
A premiere date for season 3 has not yet been announced.
Netflix had no comment.