Backstairs at the White House

Backstairs at the White House

The classic miniseries about two remarkable women and the eight First Families they served

Limited Series 1979 · 4 eps · ★ 6.1 · Drama, War & Politics

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Behind the scenes at the White House during eight administrations, as told by the people who work there.

Created by Gwen Bagni, Paul Dubov

Network: NBC

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