The Family
This documentary miniseries explores a secretive Christian network said to hold major influence in Washington while pursuing wider global reach. Through interviews and reported claims, it examines how faith, power, access, and political influence can become tightly intertwined behind the scenes.
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Season 1
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E1
Submersion
Journalist Jeff Sharlet details his days living at Ivanwald, a men's residence where he discovers the Family's allegiance to Jesus -- and to power.
Aug 9, 2019 · 50m -
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E2
Chosen
Supporters and skeptics discuss C Street -- a secrecy-shrouded residence for Washington politicians -- and its sway in high-profile sex scandals.
Aug 9, 2019 · 54m -
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E3
New World Order
Doug Coe, the Family's leader, obscures the group's role in the National Prayer Breakfast, which has become a hub for backroom global influence-peddling.
Aug 9, 2019 · 47m -
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E4
Dictators, Murderers & Thieves
Some American politicians use their clout to spread the Family's views to foreign leaders, including some of history's most notorious rulers.
Aug 9, 2019 · 50m -
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E5
Wolf King
Rooted in local men's groups, the Family's commingling of theology, ideology and worldly power extends its reach all the way to the U.S. presidency.
Aug 9, 2019 · 48m
