Season 01
The rise of Ronald Reagan from liberal movie star to an unlikely conservative politician who shocked the nation by capturing the governorship of the largest state. Closely examining American myths and the myth-making so expertly exploited by the Reagans to seize power, episode one also looks at the ruthless rise of the corporate political right, which led Reagan to become an evangelist for small government. Series premiere. Written by SHOWTIME
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EPS01
The rise of Ronald Reagan from liberal movie star to an unlikely conservative politician who shocked the nation by capturing the governorship of the largest state. Closel ...
EPS02
A closer look at Reagan's record on race - and a re-examination of his history as a law-and-order candidate who effectively used racialist codes as a strategy to win elec ...
EPS03
The triumph of both Reagans is explored as Ronald sets about undoing the New Deal and Great Society, setting off a political chain reaction that reverberates to this day. ...
EPS04
The Reagans' second term - and near-collapse of the administration in light of the Iran-Contra scandal - comes under examination. Nancy's behind-the-scenes machinations r ...