The Truth About Franco: Spain's Forgotten Dictatorship
Francisco Franco is regarded as one of the most brutal dictators in history. And the Generalissimo is still wrapped in mystery. This documentary embarks on a hunt into the past and examines the almost forty-year rule of General Franco.
- 2020-2020
- 1 season
- Documentary
Francisco Franco is regarded as one of the most brutal dictators in history. And the Generalissimo is still wrapped in mystery. This documentary embarks on a hunt into the past and examines the almost forty-year rule of General Franco.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2020
Episode 1
The Rise to Power
An examination of dictator Francisco Franco's reign, beginning with a look at his rise to power after launching a coup in 1936 that led to the Spanish Civil War.
Episode 2
The New Regime
A look at the first period of Franco's regime, when he gave himself the title of Supreme Leader of Spain and his family moved into the former summer residence of the king.
Episode 3
Zero Hour
A look at how Franco managed to prevail as dictator after the end of the Second World War, with the Allies making a clear distinction between the friends and foes of democracy.
Episode 4
The Leaden Age
A look at how Franco's rule was legitimized by Spain's economic upturn, but new influences entering the country confronted the regime with new challenges.
Episode 5