Charlie
The political and personal life of Irish politician Charles Haughey during his tenure as Taoiseach of Ireland (1979-1981, 1982, 1987-1992).
- 2015-2015
- 1 season
- Documentary, Drama
The political and personal life of Irish politician Charles Haughey during his tenure as Taoiseach of Ireland (1979-1981, 1982, 1987-1992).
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2015
Episode 1
Rise 1979-1981
In 1979, the Irish Minister for Health Charles J. Haughey confounds his critics and succeeds in his bid to become Taoiseach, championed by a close circle of allies.
Episode 2
GUBU 1982
In 1982, Charles J Haughey seizes his opportunity to regain power and to lead Ireland onto the stage of world politics but domestic complications conspire to bring him down.
Episode 3
Fall 1989-1992
By 1989, Charles J Haughey has been Taoiseach for two years but the majority that he has always craved remains elusive. A bid for absolute power and a fitting legacy leaves him exposed as his enemies circle.