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The People vs J Edgar HooverEpisodes

  1. 8. Shredded

    Hoover’s death starts a race to control his secret files. But his power continues.

  2. 7. Publish and Be Damned

    Hoover begins to lose control of the American narrative.

  3. 6. The Break-In

    Amateur burglars risk all to go after Hoover’s secrets.

  4. 5. "The Most Notorious Liar in the Country”

    Martin Luther King Jr crosses Hoover's radar. It doesn't end well.

  5. 4. Witches

    Hoover fans paranoia as his spy machine goes after communists - real and imagined.

  6. 3. Infamy

    The Japanese attack Pearl Harbor - an awkward moment for the domestic intelligence chief.

  7. 2. G-Men

    Hoover takes on legendary gangsters of the 1930s and builds his own myth.

  8. 1. The Director Will See You Now

    Meet the man who made presidents wait. With Emily Maitlis.

  9. Introducing The People vs J Edgar Hoover

    In life, Hoover needed no introduction. In death, he needs this series teaser.

  10. Omnibus 2

    The story of the legendary lawman's fall from power.

  11. Omnibus 1

    Meet the man who made presidents wait. With Emily Maitlis.

  12. Preview: Breaking Mississippi – Divine Destiny

    James Meredith's father tells his son he has a special responsibility in life.