The Truth About Franco: Spain's Forgotten Dictatorship

Season 1

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.

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5 Episodes

The Rise to Power
E1
The Rise to PowerSpain is still haunted by the tyranny of fascist ruler Francisco Franco, one of the most brutal dictators Europe has ever seen.
The New Regime
E2
The New RegimeFranco names himself the "Caudillo de España" – sovereign leader – and moves his family into the palace.
Zero Hour
E3
Zero HourThe Second World War ends and allied forces are making definitive choices between democracy's friends — and its foe.
The Leaden Age
E4
The Leaden AgeIn the mid-1950s, Franco's foreign-policy successes open new prospects for Spain. His rule is once again legitimized – but Spain is changing.
The Truth About Franco – Spain's Forgotten Dictatorship
E5
The Truth About Franco – Spain's Forgotten DictatorshipNo head of state in Europe has ever held onto power as long as Francisco Franco. Who exactly was Spain's shadowy and devious dictator?