Name: JFK: A New World Order
Released: 2013-02-13T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Peter Edelman

TV Show · Documentary · Biography

Fifty years after his death, President John F. Kennedy’s life and legacy continues to capture the hearts and minds of an entire nation. Insightful and concise, this 8-part documentary series covers the life of J.F.K., from his perilous birth to his dramatic assassination in 1963.

2013 · 26m

Starring Peter Edelman

Director Jason Spafford

EPISODE 1

The Early Years

John F. Kennedy's life prior to the 1960 U.S. presidential election.
EPISODE 2

For All to See

In 1960, John F. Kennedy defeats Richard Nixon to become the youngest president in U.S. history, overcoming familial and religious obstacles during the campaign to win the election.
EPISODE 3

New Frontiers

The early days and months of John F. Kennedy's presidency.
EPISODE 4

Doomsday Averted

An examination of pivotal events during John F. Kennedy's presidency, including the Bay of Pigs Invasion, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the signing of the Limited Nuclear Test Ban Treaty.
EPISODE 5

A Wall of Words

The origins of Cold War tensions, from the final days of World War II through John F. Kennedy's presidency.
EPISODE 6

War Within & Without, Pt. 1

John F. Kennedy's record on Civil Rights, from his years as a senator though the end of his life.