Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: France 2
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.4/10
Spin
Overview
The President of the French Republic, visiting Saint-Etienne in the Loire, in a striking plant dies, victim of a bomb attack. The political world is agitated: early presidential elections to be held within the next thirty-five days. There is no doubt that Philip Deleuvre, the prime minister, will run for the Elysee. But what few people know is that the leader of the government knows more things he claimed. This state causes lie back to business Kapita Simon, a former communications adviser (spin doctor) of the late president. Anxious to preserve the honor of his deceased friend and some form of political ethics, the man of the shadows has now set a goal: to find a candidate who will be able to beat Deleuvre.
This production, originally released in 2012, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, War & Politics, Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.4 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and War & Politics.
- • Produced in France, United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Marianne Fabbro
Juliette
Bruno Wolkowitch
Simon Kapita
Nicolas Marié
Alain Marjorie
Philippe Magnan
Philippe Deleuvre
Grégory Fitoussi
Ludovic Desmeuze
Yves Pignot
Robert Palissy
Seasons
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 2012-01-25
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
6 Episodes • Aired 2014-10-01
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
6 Episodes • Aired 2016-10-21
French political thriller delving deep into the heart of a tension-filled campaign as two spin doctors, formerly allies, are pitted against each other for the first time preparing for a snap election