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Charlotte Riley portrayed Kate Middleton in 'King Charles III.'
Margot Leicester played the role of Camilla Parker-Bowles in 'King Charles III.'
The formidable actor played King Henry IV across two TV movies: 'Henry IV, Part I' and 'Part II.'
Ian McKellen was intriguing as the tyrannical King Richard III in the film of the same name.
Lewis received an Emmy and Golden Globe nomination for his turn as King Henry VIII in 'Wolf Hall.'
Kenneth Branagh is a Shakespeare enthusiast. He adapted, directed, and starred in 'Henry V,' playing the titular king, of course.
Shaw was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar back in 1967, for his performance as King Henry VIII in 'A Man for All Seasons.'
Meyers was a breathe of fresh air as Henry VIII in 'The Tudors' TV series.
Whalley was a hit in 'The Virgin Queen,' as Mary I of England.
Believe it or not, 'Elizabeth' was a breakout role for Cate Blanchett, and introduced the actress to an international audience.
Before 'Mr. Bean,' Rowan Atkinson found success with period comedy series 'Blackadder,' which starred Miranda Richardson as Queen Elizabeth I.
Alec Guinness starred as King Charles in 'Cromwell.'
After breaking out in 'The Devil Wears Prada,' Blunt starred as Queen Vic in 'The Young Victoria.'
Favorites: A-list actors with royal roles
Playing monarchs on TV and Film
CELEBRITY Royals
Olivia Colman has come a long way. The 45-year-old actress got her start on British sitcoms, and has since stunned as the Oscar-winning star of 'The Favourite.' Colman plays the crazed Queen Anne in the comedy-drama, winning the Best Actress Oscar in the process. Of course, Colman isn't the first person to play a royal on TV or in movies. Many stars have broken out or won big in a royal role, like Helen Mirren, Cate Blanchett, and even Anthony Hopkins. Click through this gallery to meet the A-list actors who have impressed with royal roles.