American Dynasties: The Kennedys

Patriarch Joseph "Joe" Kennedy's political ambition passes first to his son Joe Jr. and then to reluctant second son, Jack.

John F. Kennedy launches a long-shot bid for power, but the seemingly perfect candidate must confront questions about his health, faith and fidelity if he is to have any chance of reaching the White House.

A confident and popular John F. Kennedy is sworn in as the youngest-ever man elected American president, but he must rely on his brother, Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, to help him navigate the disasters of 1961.

As scandals threaten his marriage and fears of nuclear war undermine his administration, President John F. Kennedy must fight to protect the presidency and the country.

Numbed by grief after the assassination of her husband, Jackie crafts JFK’s legacy, while Bobby becomes a champion of the dispossessed and the family’s next great political hope.

Tragedy strikes again when Bobby Kennedy is assassinated in 1968. Now, Ted Kennedy must overcome scandal and misfortune to continue the family legacy.