Episode 1
Trump unexpectedly wins the US election. He deploys his showmanship and populist instincts as he takes on the role of president.
When Donald Trump became president of the most powerful nation on Earth, he brought a bold new approach, honed from a career as a reality TV star and smart-talking businessman. The results turned the political world upside down. This episode gives us a front-row seat to the first 18 months, as key players including Steve Bannon, Sean Spicer, Omarosa Manigault Newman and Anthony Scaramucci take us behind the scenes of this extraordinary presidency.
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"Expect the unexpected"
Duration: 03:38
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Settling into the White House
Duration: 01:10
Music Played
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Lee Greenwood
God Bless The USA
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Geoff Muldaur
Southern Nights (Remastered)
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Ennio Morricone
The Ecstasy Of Gold
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Director | Rob Coldstream |
| Executive Producer | David Glover |
| Series Producer | Kate Quine |
| Production Company | 72 Films |
| Editor | Sam Bergson |
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