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The First Lady 2022

★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 62 votes TV-MA DramaFamily 1 seasons · 10 eps Canceled
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Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Canceled
Episodes
10
Runtime
55 minutes
First aired
Apr 17, 2022
Last aired
Jun 19, 2022
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Showtime
Genres
Drama, Family
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★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 62 votes
Format
1 season · 10 episodes
Episode runtime
~55 minutes
Status
Canceled
Network
Showtime
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Topic: Television series "The First Lady" (2022).
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Title: The First Lady
Year: 2022
Genre: American anthology drama television series
Creator: Aaron Cooley
Premiere Date: April 17, 2022
Network: Showtime
Cast: Michelle Pfeiffer, Viola Davis, Gillian Anderson, among others.
Subject Matter: Portrays life and family events of three first ladies of the United States: Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford [Note: Source 2 and 5 cut off "Betty Ford" but the context "Bet..." and "Betty Ford" is clear. I must check if I can use "Betty Ford". Source 2 says "Bet" and Source 5 says "Betty Ford". I will use "Betty Ford" as it is explicitly in Source 5.]
Themes/Premise: A revelatory reframing of American leadership through the lens of the First Ladies. Explores

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“This anthology drama reframes American leadership through the lens of various First Ladies.”

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  • Features a cast including Michelle Pfeiffer, Viola Davis, and Gillian Anderson
  • Explores the world-changing political contributions of White House women
  • Provides a revelatory reframing of American leadership
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  • The TV-MA rating may not be suitable for all viewers

Watch it if you are interested in the journeys and family lives of United States First Ladies.

This is a TV-MA rated drama focusing on family life and political contributions.

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Where can I stream The First Lady?

The series premiered on Showtime.

Is The First Lady worth watching?

The series features a cast including Michelle Pfeiffer, Viola Davis, and Gillian Anderson while exploring the political impact of First Ladies.

What is the format of the series?

The First Lady is an American anthology drama television series.

Who are the main actors in the series?

The series stars Michelle Pfeiffer, Viola Davis, and Gillian Anderson.

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