Battleground
Explores the behind-the-scenes chaos of an unruly band of campaign workers and volunteers who leave behind ordinary lives for the madhouse. It's about life on the campaign trail and the people who are drawn to it. Running the campaign of a distant third-place candidate, campaign manager Chris 'Tak' Davis needs a team that is aggressive, smart and driven or available. As the Wisconsin senate race begins to take on national implications, Tak must overcome corrupt politicians, staff in fighting, and his own personal vices to win the primary - all while a camera crew follows his every move.
- 2012-2012
- 1 season
- Hulu
- Comedy, Drama
Explores the behind-the-scenes chaos of an unruly band of campaign workers and volunteers who leave behind ordinary lives for the madhouse. It's about life on the campaign trail and the people who are drawn to it. Running the campaign of a distant third-place candidate, campaign manager Chris 'Tak' Davis needs a team that is aggressive, smart and driven or available. As the Wisconsin senate race begins to take on national implications, Tak must overcome corrupt politicians, staff in fighting, and his own personal vices to win the primary - all while a camera crew follows his every move.
Season 1 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2012
Episode 1
Pilot
Tue, Feb 14, 2012
Episode 2
Who Is Claire Villareal?
Tue, Feb 21, 2012
As Samuels climbs in the polls, rumors about her past begin to hurt the campaign.
Episode 3
Hold the Whipped Cream
Tue, Feb 28, 2012
The Samuels campaign has until the end of the day to raise enough money to continue in the race. Jordan prepares for his stand-up comedy debut.
Episode 4
The Comment
Tue, Mar 6, 2012
Tak clashes with his team over a decision he makes and a surprising announcement from the rival Makers camp changes everything.
Episode 5
They'll Burn Your Eyes
Tue, Mar 13, 2012
Candidate Samuels struggles with her desire to run a "clean" campaign after racy details of an opponent's personal life fall into Tak's hands.
Episode 6
Polls Close at Six
Tue, Mar 20, 2012
The campaign must come up with a plan to fight misinformation being circulated by their opponents on the day of the primary. Cole confronts KJ about their relationship.
Episode 7
Political Machine
Tue, Mar 27, 2012
The team discovers that facing Governor Creighton won't be easy, as the lines between allies and enemies begins to blur.
Episode 8
Nothing to Hide
Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Tak confronts George about financial misdealings, while KJ feels Cole's absence as she struggles to write a speech for Samuels.
Episode 9
It's Getting Ugly, Tak
Tue, Apr 10, 2012
A break-in at campaign headquarters rattles the Samuels team, especially George, who makes a confession to Tak.
Episode 10
Flashback
Tue, Apr 17, 2012
Take a look back at the day when Tak stepped out of his father's shadow.
Episode 11
Nothing About Chile
Sun, Apr 1, 2012
The DNC sends in a representative to help, but he clashes with Tak over the direction of the campaign.
Episode 12
He's Better Than Television
Tue, May 1, 2012
Cole opens up about his past, while Samuels must deal with the consequences of hers.
Episode 13
Did You Win?
Tue, May 8, 2012
It's Election Day and the team hopes that a last-second endorsement from the President will be enough to bring them victory.
