The Kennedys
The Kennedys follows the triumphs and tragedies of a famous American political family, focusing on how personal relationships intersect with major political moments. Spanning multiple years, it charts shifting ambitions, public pressure, and private heartbreak.
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Season 1
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E3
Bay of Pigs aka Failed Invasion, Failed Fidelity
When the Bay of Pigs invasion proves disastrous, JFK makes a difficult decision he must later atone for. “John F. Kennedy changed the image of the United States when he was president. People around the world remember that time and remember the days when America was the leading shining light for freedom and democracy, which was represented so well by Kennedy at the time.” - Executive Producer Michael Prupas
Apr 5, 2011 · 45m -
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E6
Cuban Missiles aka On the Brink of War
The Cuban missile crisis brings America and Russia to the brink of war; Jackie leaves JFK after one infidelity too many. “The lasting legacy of Jack and Bobby Kennedy was to resolve political crisis with the least amount of bloodshed possible…We never went to war with the Soviet Union. Had that crisis not been handled the way it was, we wouldn’t be here. This planet would be dead. Everything else pales to insignificance compared to that.” - Writer Stephen Kronish
Apr 8, 2011 · 44m -
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E8
My Brother's Keeper aka The Aftermath: A Family's Curse of Misfortune and Heartbreak
Bobby blames himself for his brother’s death. Five years later, tragedy strikes again. “I admire Robert Kennedy because of his courage to stand up during an extremely volatile and difficult time in America, knowing full well what might happen to him. RFK lived and died as a passionate advocate of peace, justice and equality and he believed in compassion toward fellow human beings, not only in the United States, but all over the world. I believe he would have made an extraordinary President. Now, more than ever, the world is in need of men like Robert Kennedy.” - Barry Pepper
Apr 10, 2011 · 44m