Name: Political Animals
Released: 2012-07-15T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Sigourney Weaver, James Wolk, Ellen Burstyn

Political Animals

TV Show · Drama

Political Animals is a provocative and bold look at a fictional former First Family in turmoil. Sigourney Weaver stars as the divorced former First Lady and current Secretary of State trying to keep her family together while facing political crises and fending off the journalist (Carla Gugino) who built her career by tearing Elaine down.

2012 · 1h 12m

Starring Sigourney Weaver, James Wolk, Ellen Burstyn

EPISODE 1

Pilot

Secretary of State Elaine Barries agrees to allow a journalist to follow her for a week; a hostage crisis prompts a momentous decision.

1h
EPISODE 2

Second Time Around

Bud is sent to diffuse the hostage situation; Susan finds herself close to the action; Douglas learns that Elaine plans to run again; T.J. resorts to old habits.

42m
EPISODE 3

The Woman Problem

Elaine announces her plan to run; Bud, Douglas and T.J. take a fishing trip; Garcetti hatches a plan; Susan lets Alex in on her story.

42m
EPISODE 4

Lost Boys

Elaine finds the country in a diplomatic crisis; T.J. struggles to find support from his family; Anne accidentally reveals Elaine's political intentions.

42m
EPISODE 5

16 Hours

Elaine is torn; Bud learns the truth about TJ.'s suicide attempt; Susan gains unlimited access to the submarine rescue mission.

41m
EPISODE 6

Resignation Day

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.

41m