This AI is unimpressed by Gillian Anderson’s casting in The Crown
The system predicted which stars will shine in their roles — and which will fade into darkness
Who’s fit for The Crown?
The casting of Gillian Anderson asmilk snatcherMargaret Thatcher may have attracted the most headlines, but some critics have panned her performance. The BBC’s Will Gompertzaccused herof “over-egging her Thatcher impression to such an extent she is close to unwatchable at times.” This seems to align with Largo’s system, which gave the formerX-Filesstar a lackluster 76.3%.
However, the breakout star Emma Corrin fared far better, with an impressive 90.6% score for her role as Princess Diana — just ahead of Australian actor Elizabeth Debicki (88.1%), who will replace her from season five.
Olivia Coleman also performed well, with a score of 88.6% for her compatibility with Queen Elizabeth II. Her successor Imelda Stauton did even better, with 91.2%, but Largo’s top choice for the monarch isOzarkstar Janet McTeer (94.1%).
Largo also analyzed the compatibility of the rumored cast for season five.
Speculation is rife that Dominic West will take over from Josh O’Connor to play Prince Charles. But Largo gave him a score of just 69.8%, way behind their top pick ofPoldarkheartthrob Aidan Turner (96.1%).
We’ll find out soon whetherThe Crown’scasting team agrees with the AI’s analysis.
Story byThomas Macaulay
Thomas is a senior reporter at TNW. He covers European tech, with a focus on AI, cybersecurity, and government policy.Thomas is a senior reporter at TNW. He covers European tech, with a focus on AI, cybersecurity, and government policy.
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