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Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator

  • 2017
  • Ended
  • Documentary
  • ~45m / ep
  • 1 season
  • 6.5/10

Using extensive research, this five-part docuseries takes a comprehensive look at Francisco Franco's turbulent, decades-long regime.

Latest: Season 1 · 2017

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  1. E1. The Rise to Power

    Nov 14, 2017 · 44m

    Spain is still haunted by the tyranny of fascist ruler Francisco Franco, one of the most brutal dictators Europe has ever seen.

  2. E2. The New Regime

    Nov 14, 2017 · 45m

    Franco names himself the "Caudillo de España" – sovereign leader – and moves his family into the palace.

  3. E3. Zero Hour

    Nov 14, 2017 · 45m

    The Second World War ends and allied forces are making definitive choices between democracy's friends — and its foe.

  4. E4. The Leaden Age

    Nov 14, 2017 · 45m

    In the mid-1950s, Franco's foreign-policy successes open new prospects for Spain. His rule is once again legitimized – but Spain is changing.

  5. E5. The Truth About Franco – Spain's Forgotten Dictatorship

    Nov 14, 2017 · 52m

    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?