Helen Mirren to Claire Foy: The many portrayals of the Queen

Helen Mirren playing Queen Elizabeth II in the film The Queen (PA)

The British Queen’s historical reign on the throne has long made for a captivating story, leading to a variety of on-screen portrayals of the monarch.

From Helen Mirren to Claire Foy, here is a look at a number of the actors who have taken on the role.