The Reagans - Season 1 - Eps 4: Part 4 - In the Stars
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.
About The Reagans
Title: The Reagans
First Air Date: 2020-11-15
Last Air Date: 2020-12-06
Status: Ended
Rating: 6.4/10 (from 8 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 4
Network: Showtime
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Altimeter Films, Showtime Documentary Films
Synopsis
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.
Cast
Ronald Reagan
Self (archive footage)
Nancy Reagan
Self (archive footage)
Ron Reagan
Self - Interviewee
