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Season 1 – LBJ: Triumph and Tragedy

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A look at the presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson.

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Dorothy Rabinowitz Wall Street Journal 02/19/2022
In this powerful chronicle of a presidency, the history of the times shines out with a priceless clarity. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Phil Harrison

Jim Jones

Jeremy Dean

Robert F. Kennedy

Pat Kondelis

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 20, 2022 Part 1: The Accidental President After Lyndon B. Johnson becomes the 36th president of the United States during a national tragedy, he immediately uses the office to pass the most significant civil rights legislation in nearly a century. Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 20, 2022 Part 2: The Great Society Emboldened by his stunning election victory, LBJ seizes the moment to pursue the "Great Society," with civil rights struggles in Selma offering a unique opportunity to push his domestic policies forward. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 21, 2022 Under the Gun Racing against the clock, LBJ pushes through the most productive legislative session in history, but he can't outrun the deepening conflict in Vietnam. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 21, 2022 Final Days LBJ makes an announcement that stuns the nation, hoping that peace in Vietnam is within reach; when his efforts are stopped by a political rival, he retires and is still haunted by a war that will complicate his legacy. Details

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Season Info

Director
Pat Kondelis
Network
CNN
Genre
Documentary, History
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 20, 2022