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Political Animals

Season 1 2012

  • 2012-07-16T02:00:00Z on USA Network
  • 44m
  • 4h 24m (6 episodes)
  • United States
  • English
  • Drama
Former first lady and current Secretary of State Elaine Barrish Hammond try to keep her family together while simultaneously dealing with crises of the State Department and fending off the hungry DC journalist who is bent on destroying her career.

6 episodes

Series Premiere

2012-07-16T02:00:00Z

1x01 Pilot

Series Premiere

1x01 Pilot

  • 2012-07-16T02:00:00Z44m

In this series opener, the US Secretary of State tries to protect a shocking family secret all the while dealing with an Iranian hostage crisis.

2012-07-23T02:00:00Z

1x02 Second Time Around

1x02 Second Time Around

  • 2012-07-23T02:00:00Z44m

Douglas discovers Elaine has plans to run for office again as T.J. revisits his old habits and hits rock bottom. Elaine has Bud negotiate for the lives of Iranian hostages, placing him back into the spotlight.

2012-07-30T02:00:00Z

1x03 The Woman Problem

1x03 The Woman Problem

  • 2012-07-30T02:00:00Z44m

Elaine makes an announcement to her family. The Hammond men visit a pollster during an impromptu fishing trip. Garcetti enacts a plan that puts Elaine in conflict with her longtime mentor. Susan shares her top-secret story with Alex.

2012-08-06T02:00:00Z

1x04 Lost Boys

1x04 Lost Boys

  • 2012-08-06T02:00:00Z44m

T.J. recounts the events that lead up to his suicide attempt while dealing with his family's lack of interest in his club opening. Douglas struggles to cope with his betrayal and meanwhile, Elaine has a diplomatic crisis on her hands upon her return from overseas.

2012-08-13T02:00:00Z

1x05 16 Hours

1x05 16 Hours

  • 2012-08-13T02:00:00Z44m

Elaine's attention is torn between catering to T.J. and a Chinese submarine rescue mission. She also makes a deal with Susan allowing her unlimited access to the rescue mission in exchange for her discretion about T.J.

2012-08-20T02:00:00Z

1x06 Resignation Day

1x06 Resignation Day

  • 2012-08-20T02:00:00Z44m

In the Season 1 finale, Elaine's plan to resign hits a snag and her resignation letter leaks to the press. Elsewhere, Douglas confesses his betrayal and makes a rash decision; and a surprising event leaves everyone at a crossroads.

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