About this season
The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
Episodes (4)
1. The Man from Ohio
7.3Aired 6 November 2025 • 53 min
At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.
2. Party Faithful
7.6Aired 6 November 2025 • 48 min
In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.
3. Casus Belli
7.7Aired 6 November 2025 • 48 min
Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.
4. Destiny of the Republic
7.8Aired 6 November 2025 • 67 min
Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.