The Reagans
The Reagans
The Reagans
Control the myth and you control the masses.
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Overview
A four-part documentary series that explores the many surprisingly unexamined aspects of the Reagan White House, and how Nancy Reagan's paper-doll image was at odds with the power she ultimately wielded throughout her husband's presidency.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 2020-11-15
Runtime: 0h 54m
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan
Self (archive footage)
Nancy Reagan
Nancy Reagan
Self (archive footage)
Ron Reagan
Ron Reagan
Self - Interviewee
Official Videos
The Reagans (2020) Official Trailer
The Reagans (2020) Official Trailer
Episodes - Season 1
Part 1 - The Hollywood Myth Machine
Part 1 - The Hollywood Myth Machine
Episode 1
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.
Part 2 - The Right Turn
Part 2 - The Right Turn
Episode 2
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 elections. The resonances with today’s political landscape and the tactics currently deployed by some in the GOP (and the reaction of the left) are categorical. Nancy starts to come into her own as a political force.
Part 3 - The Great Undoing
Part 3 - The Great Undoing
Episode 3
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. Nancy struggles with her image, as does Ronald. As they seem to care more about the rich and the military industrial complex than the poor, the fallacy of trickle-down economics is revealed.
Part 4 - In the Stars
Part 4 - In the Stars
Episode 4
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 reveal her true influence and power: expertly balancing the act of a dutiful wife as Ronald’s health declines with her quest to shape the Reagan legacy. The Reagans’ tragic inaction in the face of the HIV-AIDS pandemic is assessed with Dr. Anthony Fauci weighing in. Series finale.
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