9 Presidential Shows To Watch On Netflix UAE
As the USA is about to welcome its 45th President, get in the mood with Netflix, through the round up of its best presidential shows; whether it be an intense thriller, light-hearted and humorous, or a show based on real-life events. Inauguration Day is a historical and memorable event, filled with plenty of pageantry and tradition. It occurs in the USA once every four years on January 20th, and takes place the year after presidential elections have been held.
1. House of Cards
A ruthless politician will stop at nothing to conquer Washington, D.C., in this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning political drama. Is it true that absolute power corrupts absolutely? Congressman Frank Underwood absolutely intends to find out.
They also rather brilliantly dropped a teaser for the new season and a release date 30 minutes before the inauguration speech.
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— House of Cards (@HouseofCards) January 20, 2017
2. Designated Survivor
America’s fate rests in the hands of a low-level official after an attack on Washington decimates the government in this gripping political thriller. He’s mild-mannered and politically unambitious. Then a disaster thrusts him into the most powerful job in the world.
3. State of Play
When his mistress is found dead, a congressman tries desperately to protect his career, while two journalists uncover an intricate web of lies. When a politician’s naughty secret becomes a tale of murder, just how deep will a reporter dig to uncover the truth?
4. The Sentinel
When a government agent is murdered, a veteran Secret Service agent works to clear his name, though all the evidence seems to lead back to him. He’s having an affair with the first lady, but they think he’s hiding something much more sinister.
5. Mitt
The real Mitt Romney is revealed in this documentary that goes beyond the sound bites with unprecedented access to his 2012 presidential campaign. Running for president isn’t simple, quick or cheap. But behind every methodical politician is a man and a story.
6. Best of Enemies
The long, bitter rivalry between politically opposed intellectuals Gore Vidal and William F. Buckley Jr. is recounted in this acclaimed documentary. Eloquently witty. Intellectually gifted. In 1968, two of America’s best and brightest savaged each other on national TV.
7. Marseille
The longtime mayor of Marseille is preparing to hand over the reins to his protégé when a sudden and ruthless battle erupts for control of the city. A city steeped in secrets. A dynasty built on lies. Now one act of betrayal could bring it all crashing down.
8. Welcome Mr President
When frustrated politicians name a historical figure as the next president, an honest, humble man by the same name suddenly becomes Italy’s leader. A man of honesty, humor and good conscience. Only an odd twist of fate could make him the next president of Italy.
9. The Crown
Could the best man for the job be a woman? This drama follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and the events that shaped the second half of the 20th century. Duty. Family. Power. A young woman rises to rule an empire amid the challenges of the modern age.
