The Kennedy Dynasty

The Kennedy Dynasty

2023 · 90 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary, History, TV Movie

The story of a powerful political and economic dynasty, fundamental to understanding the turbulent destiny of the United States of America throughout the 20th century; of nine brothers who had truly extraordinary lives, marked by both greatness and tragedy: the story of the Kennedy family.

Directed by André Schäfer · Written by Beate Kasper

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