The Kennedys (2011)

Steeped in the annals of American history, The Kennedys unravels the intricate weave of the most legendary political dynasty in the country. The series dives headfirst into the turbulent undercurrents of power, ambition, and familial bonds, portrayed through the lens of a patriarch who manipulates his sons as puppets in his own grand stage of ambition. Yet, these sons, bound by blood and duty, strive to find their identity, dancing to the tune of paternal expectation while yearning to break free. The narrative is an intimate exploration of history through personality, painting a vivid tapestry of one of the most tumultuous eras of the modern age. Here, viewers will find themselves privy to the hidden corners of the White House, far from the political machinations of the Cabinet Room, yet at the heart of iconic historical events. From the Bay of Pigs to the Cuban Missile Crisis, the struggle for civil rights to the shadowy mob connection, the series uncovers the personal stories often eclipsed by grand historical narratives. The Kennedys offers a mesmerizing perspective on the intertwined relationships that shaped a dynasty and, in turn, an era. It beckons viewers into an intimate exploration of ambition, power and the cost of legacy, set against the backdrop of a nation on the cusp of change.

The Kennedys is a drama show featuring Greg Kinnear and created by Stephen Kronish.

The Kennedys is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on VIX .