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Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator

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  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: November 14, 2017
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 5
  • Networks: ZDFinfo
  • Genres: Documentary
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Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator(2017)

TMDB Rating: 6.5 (11 votes)

Overview

Using extensive research, this five-part docuseries takes a comprehensive look at Francisco Franco's turbulent, decades-long regime.

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Season 1 Poster

Season 1

5 episodes • 2017

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1The Rise to PowerNov 14, 20170.0
2The New RegimeNov 14, 20170.0
3Zero HourNov 14, 20170.0
4The Leaden AgeNov 14, 20170.0
5The Truth About Franco – Spain's Forgotten DictatorshipNov 14, 20170.0

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