The screen star, 72, shot scenes for the historical drama show's upcoming series in Keiss Harbour, Scotland, on Sunday afternoon

Actor Charles plays war hero Lord Mountbatten, who was killed aged 79 when the IRA bombed his 30-foot fishing boat, Shadow V, in Ireland in August 1979

Every August, Lord Mountbatten holidayed with his daughters, Patricia and Pamela, and their families at his summer home, Classiebawn Castle

Alongside Mountabben, his grandson Nicholas, 14, and a crew member Paul, 15, and socialite Doreen Knatchbull were also killed from the attack

The series will feature the likes of Olivia Colman as the Queen, Helena Bonham Carter as Princess Margaret and Tobias Menzies as The Duke of Edinburgh

The Crown: Season 3 debuts on Netflix on Sunday, November 17

Charles Dance transformed into the Queen's second cousin Lord Louis Mountbatten of Burma as he filmed the late royal's assassination for The Crown's upcoming third series in Keiss Harbour, Scotland, on Sunday afternoon.

The screen star, 72, was pictured engaging in conversation with crew members as he shot scenes for Netflix's historical drama - set for release on November 17.

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War hero Lord Mountbatten was killed aged 79 when the IRA (Irish Republican Army) bombed his fishing boat, Shadow V, during a family holiday in Ireland in August 1979.

In character: Charles Dance transformed into Lord Louis Mountbatten of Burma as he filmed his assassination for The Crown's third series in Keiss Harbour, Scotland, on Sunday

Navy officer: During WWII, he was Supreme Allied Commander (pictured in 1959)

True portrayal: The Last Action Hero actor bore a striking resemblance to the war hero

Game of Thrones actor Charles opted for a typically dapper display as he sported a crisp brown blazer, a monochrome striped jumper and beige trousers.

At one point, the The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt star was pictured loading the replica of the royal's boat with duffle bags, while IRA actors spied on his every move from their retro Cortina car.

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Every August, Lord Mountbatten holidayed with his daughters, Patricia and Pamela, and their families at his summer home, Classiebawn Castle, on the west coast of Ireland.

In 1979, the statesman embarked on a fishing trip from his 30-foot wooden boat with his nearest and dearest.

Upcoming: The screen star, 72, was pictured engaging in conversation with crew members as he shot scenes for Netflix's historical drama - set for release on November 17

Iconic: Every August, Lord Mountbatten holidayed with his daughters on his boat Shadow V at Classiebawn Castle, on the west coast of Ireland (pictured in 1970)

Later into the evening, IRA's Thomas McMahon sneaked onto the vessel to load a bomb, which was detonated when Mountbatten returned onboard. He was carried back on shore by fisherman, but died shortly after.

Alongside Mountabben, his grandson Nicholas, 14, and a crew member Paul, 15, and socialite Doreen Knatchbull were killed from the attack.

The paramilitary organisation attempted to assassinate the royal a year before his murder, but missed shooting the British Royal Navy officer due to bad weather.

Sharp: Game of Thrones actor Charles opted for a typically dapper display as he sported a crisp brown blazer, a monochrome striped jumper and beige trousers

Tragic: Lord Mountbatten and his grandsons (L-R) Nicholas Knatchbull, Ashley Hicks and Timothy Knatchbull, viewing an exhibition at the Engineering Exhibition in the Wembley Conference Centre, London, January 1978. Nicholas was killed along with Lord Mountbatten in an IRA bombing in 1979

Preparations: At one point, the The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt star was pictured loading the replica of the royal's boat with duffle bags

Ripped apart: Of the twins , only one survived the ordeal, with Nicholas perishing in the bombing

Terror: War hero Lord Mountbatten was killed aged 79 when the IRA (Irish Republican Army) bombed his fishing boat, Shadow V, during a family holiday in Ireland in August 1979

Shortly after the murder, The IRA issued a statement, which read: 'The IRA claim responsibility for the execution of Lord Louis Mountbatten.

'This operation is one of the discriminate ways we can bring to the attention of the English people the continuing occupation of our country.

'The death of Mountbatten and the tributes paid to him will be seen in sharp contrast to the apathy of the British Government and the English people to the deaths of over three hundred British soldiers, and the deaths of Irish men, women, and children at the hands of their forces.'

Portrayal: The actor playing Paul Maxwell, who was killed with Lord Mountbatten in the IRA bomb explosion

Portrayal: Paul Maxwell, who was killed with Lord Mountbatten in the IRA bomb explosion

Victim: Doreen Lady Brabourne Widow Of 5th Baron Brabourne

Victim: Doreen Lady Brabourne Widow Of 5th Baron Brabourne

Working hard: Charles got down on his knees as he continued to pass over items to his co-stars

Terror: War hero Lord Mountbatten was killed aged 79 when the IRA (Irish Republican Army) bombed his fishing boat, Shadow V, during a family holiday in Ireland in August 1979

Copy: In 1979, the statesman embarked on a fishing trip from his 30-foot wooden boat with his nearest and dearest (the series' replica pictured)

They've got their eyes on him: IRA actors spied on the Dracula Untold star's every move from their retro Cortina car

Busy: Crew members were at work by the harbour alongside the boat

Earlier this month, Netflix dropped a meaty teaser for the show's upcoming season - in which Olivia Colman actually speaks.

The Oscar-winning actress, 45, has taken over the role of Queen Elizabeth II in the royal drama, and the latest teaser gave fans a long-awaited glimpse at her significantly shriller version of the famous monarch.

The preview also featured a cameo from Olivia's predecessor Claire Foy, who's voice as the Queen was significantly deeper - with her likeness taking pride of place on a postage stamp.

Tragic: Alongside Mountabben, his grandson Nicholas, 14, and a crew member Paul, 15, and socialite Doreen Knatchbull were killed from the attack

In position: Film and production members were placed by the front on the quay

In the element: Garba, the police service of the Republic of Ireland, also made an appearance on set, where they sported traditional uniform

Brief break: The actors appeared in great spirits as they took a short break between filming

But in the latest clip, fans finally hear the new Queen chatting to her advisers - and making witty quips along the way.

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Despite her older age, the screen star's version of the appropriately-named 'Queen's English' is much higher than Claire, 35, who spoke with a deeper tone during her appearance in the series.

What's more, outgoing star Claire made a shock appearance in the brief scene too. In the short video, Elizabeth II was shown the updated version of the British postage stamp - which featured her own profile.

Retro cars: As well as the water vessel, old vehicles were also used on set

The teaser will feature its broadcast debut during the 2019 Primetime Emmys on Sunday.

The third season of The Crown sees a new guard sweep into Downing Street, as Queen Elizabeth and her family struggle to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing Britain.

From cold-war paranoia, through to the jet-set and the space age - the exuberance of the 1960s and the long hangover of the 1970s - Elizabeth and the Royals must adapt to a new, more liberated, but also more turbulent world.

Written by Peter Morgan, The Crown also stars Helena Bonham Carter as Princess Margaret, Tobias Menzies as The Duke of Edinburgh, Josh O'Connor as Prince Charles, Erin Doherty as Princess Anne, Ben Daniels as Lord Snowdon and Jason Watkins as Prime Minister Harold Wilson.

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The Crown Season 3 debuts on Netflix on Sunday, November 17.

In good company: The Imitation Game star joined his co-stars on the boat

Helping hand: Charles was every inch the supportive co-worker as he helped his fellow actor climbed down a ladder

In good company: He held onto his waist as he hopped onto the boat