S20·E5 Public Enemy Number One
Synopsis
During the Great Depression the American public looked for real-life anti-heroes to match the gangster movies - and found one in John Dillinger. A desperado, a bank robber, a bad man no jail could hold, his reputation grew until he was named the country's first Public Enemy Number One. But J Edgar Hoover would use Dillinger's celebrity to burnish his own reputation and that of his new national police force, the FBI. 5/6.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 20 Episode 5 of Timewatch air?
Season 20, Episode 5 ('Public Enemy Number One') originally aired on February 9, 2001.
How long is Season 20 Episode 5 ('Public Enemy Number One')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 50 minutes.
What happens in Timewatch Season 20 Episode 5?
During the Great Depression the American public looked for real-life anti-heroes to match the gangster movies - and found one in John Dillinger. A desperado, a bank robber, a bad man no jail could hold, his reputation grew until he was named the country's first Public Enemy Number One. But J Edgar H...
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