Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator – Season 1
2017
5 Episodes
Episodes
S01E01
The Rise to Power
Spain is still haunted by the tyranny of fascist ruler Francisco Franco, one of the most brutal dictators Europe has ever seen.
14 Nov 201744m
S01E02
The New Regime
Franco names himself the "Caudillo de España" – sovereign leader – and moves his family into the palace.
14 Nov 201745m
S01E03
Zero Hour
The Second World War ends and allied forces are making definitive choices between democracy's friends — and its foe.
14 Nov 201745m
S01E04
The Leaden Age
In the mid-1950s, Franco's foreign-policy successes open new prospects for Spain. His rule is once again legitimized – but Spain is changing.
14 Nov 201745m
S01E05
The Truth About Franco – Spain's Forgotten Dictatorship
No head of state in Europe has ever held onto power as long as Francisco Franco. Who exactly was Spain's shadowy and devious dictator?
14 Nov 201752m