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The Roosevelts: An Intimate History

2014–2014 Documentary • History • War & Politics

Chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in American politics. It is the first time in a major documentary television series that their individual stories have been interwoven into a single narrative. This seven-part, fourteen hour film follows the Roosevelts for more than a century, from Theodore’s birth in 1858 to Eleanor’s death in 1962.

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Overview

Chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in American politics. It is the first time in a major documentary television series that their individual stories have been interwoven into a single narrative. This seven-part, fourteen hour film follows the Roosevelts for more than a century, from Theodore’s birth in 1858 to Eleanor’s death in 1962.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
1
Total Episodes
7
First Air Date
Sep 14, 2014
Most Recent Air Date
Sep 20, 2014
Network / Platform
PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel
Original Language
en-US

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Tone & Style

  • Compact season structure keeps the narrative focused and fast-moving.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Rating
3.9
Seasons
1
Episodes
7

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