American Experience (1988)

Episode Overview

Title: The Kennedys (2): The Sons, 1961-80 Plot: Few families have captivated the American spirit quite like the Kennedys. Their narrative weaves together ambition, affluence, familial devotion, and deep personal loss. It chronicles Joseph Kennedy's ascent in finance and his political disappointments, John Kennedy's rise to the presidency under his father's guidance, and Edward Kennedy's exit from the 1980 presidential contest following the Chappaquiddick incident. This family's journey has forged a lasting impact on the political landscape, echoing through generations.