The First Lady
In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies.
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Cast:Viola Davis , Michelle Pfeiffer , Gillian Anderson , O-T Fagbenle , Dakota Fanning , Lily Rabe , Regina Taylor , Kiefer Sutherland , Aaron Eckhart , Clea DuVall , Evan Parke , Jayme Lawson , Cailee Spaeny , Michael Potts , Ellen Burstyn , Donna Lynne Champlin , Kristine Froseth , Jackie Earle Haley
S1.E1 ∙ That White House
Eleanor commits to Franklin's uncertain political future. Betty unexpectedly becomes Second Lady. Michelle wrestles with Barack's nomination.
S1.E2 ∙ Voices Carry
Eleanor presses Franklin to act more boldly against the Great Depression. After Nixon's resignation, Betty becomes First Lady days before a state dinner. Before Barack's inauguration, Michelle faces opposition from his transition team.
S1.E3 ∙ Please Allow Me
Young Eleanor attends her coming out party in New York where she meets cousin Franklin. In Michigan, young Betty is courted by hotshot lawyer Jerry. At a Chicago law firm, young Michelle meets summer intern Barack, interested in politics.
S1.E4 ∙ Cracked Pot
Franklin's marital indiscretions push Eleanor to socialize with more political women. A stubborn shoulder injury begins Betty's troubled history with pain medication. Michelle vows to hold Chicago's inadequate healthcare system to task.
S1.E5 ∙ See Saw
Eleanor holds the White House's first all-female press conference and grows closer to journalist Lorena Hickock. Betty publicly announces her breast cancer diagnosis. Michelle prompts new legislation with her healthy school lunch program.
S1.E6 ∙ Shout Out
Eleanor, Betty and Michelle's daring stances put them in the spotlight.
S1.E7 ∙ Nadir
Eleanor doubles down on her efforts to confront racism. Betty helps Jerry secure the Republican nomination while her problems with addiction worsen. Michelle grieves after recent gun violence tragedies and advocates for legislative action.
S1.E8 ∙ Punch Perfect
Eleanor forces Franklin's hand in assisting Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi Germany. Jerry spends his retirement on the road, Betty seeks out new party companions at home. Despite Barack's hesitations, Michelle directly speaks out about race.
S1.E9 ∙ Rift
Eleanor rallies the country as the U.S. enters WW II. After Betty's addiction spirals, Jerry and her family intervene. Michelle joins Hillary Clinton on the 2016 presidential campaign trail to advocate for the dignity of American women.
S1.E10 ∙ Victory Dance
Franklin gifts Eleanor the charter for the League of Nations. After rehab, Betty vows to help others with addiction problems. Barack and Michelle prepare to leave the White House, determined to continue making a difference in the world. Season finale.
