Synopsis
Amidst the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian revolution, Jimmy Carter's failure to free American hostages sets the stage for Reagan's own hostage crisis.
Episodes
Season 11
Setting the StageAmidst the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian revolution, Jimmy Carter's failure to free American hostages sets the stage for Reagan's own hostage crisis.54m2
Body and SoulAfter Nicaragua, the Reagan Administration is convinced the Soviet Union is on the march; Lt Colonel Oliver North is tapped to support the Contras.54m3
A Difficult DilemmaA civil war in Lebanon results in a new hostage crisis; National Security Advisor Robert "Bud" McFarlane's proposal.50m4
The Trip to TehranReagan's cabinet strikes an illegal weapons-for-hostages deal with an Iranian arms merchant; proceeds pay for the Nicaraguan civil war.50m5
Shot Out of the SkyBizarre events in Iran and in Nicaragua, spark a frenzy among the press and public; Reagan's team debates how best to respond.46m6
The Fall GuyThe Justice Department launches an investigation into the Reagan administration's deals with Iran; one man is chosen to take the fall for the president.54m
Setting the StageAmidst the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian revolution, Jimmy Carter's failure to free American hostages sets the stage for Reagan's own hostage crisis.54m2Body and SoulAfter Nicaragua, the Reagan Administration is convinced the Soviet Union is on the march; Lt Colonel Oliver North is tapped to support the Contras.54m3A Difficult DilemmaA civil war in Lebanon results in a new hostage crisis; National Security Advisor Robert "Bud" McFarlane's proposal.50m4The Trip to TehranReagan's cabinet strikes an illegal weapons-for-hostages deal with an Iranian arms merchant; proceeds pay for the Nicaraguan civil war.50m5Shot Out of the SkyBizarre events in Iran and in Nicaragua, spark a frenzy among the press and public; Reagan's team debates how best to respond.46m6The Fall GuyThe Justice Department launches an investigation into the Reagan administration's deals with Iran; one man is chosen to take the fall for the president.54mReviews & discussion
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