The Dictator's Playbook

2018·Show
6Episodes in1Season·NR
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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PBSPBS Documentaries

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The Dictator's Playbook fingerprint

Strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Violence6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, politics, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Learn how six dictators, from Mussolini to Saddam Hussein, shaped the 20th century. How did they seize and lose power? What forces were against them? Learn the answers in these six immersive hours, each a revealing portrait of brutality and power.
Historical DocumentaryPolitical AnalysisAuthoritarianismPower Dynamics20th Century HistoryTyrannySocial EngineeringWarfare ImplicationsCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
Mark Stevenson
Written by:
Robert Eaton, Christopher Blow, Greg Beer
Produced by:
Patrick Cameron, Matt Booi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Dictator's Playbook legally?

PBSPBS Documentaries

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Is The Dictator's Playbook worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Dictator's Playbook rated?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Dictator's Playbook have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

Is The Dictator's Playbook based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did The Dictator's Playbook air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is The Dictator's Playbook in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Dictator's Playbook?

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