The Crown is a multi-national media franchise produced by Egypt's international media company, Al Arabiya Network. The franchise began with the launch of the popular drama series, The Crown, in April 2019. The series tells the story of Egypt's modern-day monarchy—from the reign of Queen Mabrouka to the election of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.

The show is written and co-created by award-winning Egyptian-Lebanese writer Samar Samir Mezghanni, and produced by some of Egypt's top filmmakers. It stars renowned Egyptian actors and actresses, including Hany Adel, Amr Waked, Abdulrahman Abou Zaid, Ahmed Magdy, and Menna Shalaby.

The Crown has received critical acclaim for its compelling narrative and varied characters, as well as its production values. It has been praised for its rarity in the Egyptian TV industry—for being unafraid to tackle controversial topics, such as politics, religion, family dynamics, and social class.

The Crown has won numerous awards, including two Golden Globes and six Academy Awards. It has also become an immense fan favorite in Egypt, dominating local ratings and social media discussions. It is seen as a symbol of hope and progress in Egypt, with many viewers pointing to its depiction of a modern, progressive Egypt.

The Crown is an example of the new wave of sophisticated Egyptian TV that is taking the region by storm. With its popularity increasing daily, The Crown shows no signs of slowing down—for it is indeed a crowning achievement for Egypt.