The First Lady

The First Lady

In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies.

Languages:
English
Year of production:
2022
Country of origin:
United States
TV shows creator:
Aaron Cooley
CAST:
That White House

1. That White House

Eleanor commits to Franklin's uncertain political future.

Voices Carry

2. Voices Carry

Eleanor presses Franklin to act more boldly against the Great Depression.

Please Allow Me

3. Please Allow Me

Eleanor holds the White House's first all-female press conference and grows closer to journalist Lorena "Hick" Hickock.

Cracked Pot

4. Cracked Pot

Franklin's marital indiscretions push Eleanor to socialize with more political women. A stubborn shoulder injury begins Betty's troubled history with pain medication.

See Saw

5. See Saw

Eleanor holds the White House's first all-female press conference and grows closer to journalist Lorena Hickock.

Shout Out

6. Shout Out

Betty works to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment; Michelle pushes Barack to support marriage equality.

Nadir

7. Nadir

Eleanor doubles down on her efforts to confront racism.

Punch Perfect

8. Punch Perfect

Eleanor forces Franklin's hand in assisting Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi Germany.

Rift

9. Rift

Eleanor rallies the country as the United States enters World War II; after Betty's addiction spirals, Jerry and her family intervene.

Victory Dance

10. Victory Dance

Franklin gifts Eleanor the charter for the League of Nations; after rehab, Betty vows to help others with addiction problems; Barack and Michelle prepare to leave the White House, determined to continue making a difference in the world.

Trailer

11. Trailer

In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies.