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Name: Political Animals
Genre: Drama
Released: 15 July 2012
Cast: Sigourney Weaver, Carla Gugino, James Wolk, Sebastian Stan, Ellen Burstyn

TV-14
2012
1 Season
7.6 (6,657)

Political Animals is a political drama series that premiered on the USA Network in 2012. The show revolves around Elaine Barrish Hammond, a former First Lady and current Secretary of State, who is constantly struggling to balance her political work with her personal life.

The series stars Sigourney Weaver as Elaine Barrish Hammond, the tough and determined Secretary of State. Carla Gugino plays Susan Berg, a journalist who has been covering Elaine's political life for quite some time. James Wolk plays Douglas Hammond, Elaine's son who also works as her chief of staff. Sebastian Stan plays T.J. Hammond, Elaine's openly gay son who is struggling with addiction issues. Ellen Burstyn plays Margaret Barrish, Elaine's mother who is also a former showgirl. And finally, Ciar

Political Animals is a series that ran for 1 seasons (6 episodes) between July 15, 2012 and on USA

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Seasons

6. Resignation Day

August 19, 2012

In the first season finale, Elaine's intention to resign is put on hold, but her resignation letter leaks to the press. Elsewhere, Douglas confesses his betrayal and makes a rash decision; and an unexpected event leaves everyone at a crossroads.

5. 16 Hours

August 12, 2012

In the aftermath of T.J.'s overdose, Elaine is torn between staying by her son's side and handling the rescue of a Chinese submarine. Bud finds out why T.J. attempted suicide last December, and takes matters into his own hands. In exchange for keeping Susan quiet on T.J.'s overdose, Elaine grants her unlimited access to the submarine rescue mission.

4. Lost Boys

August 5, 2012

Elaine is bombarded by a diplomatic crisis upon her return from overseas. Elsewhere, T.J. remembers the events preceding his suicide attempt and deals with his family's disinterest in his club's opening; and Douglas struggles to cope with his betrayal.

3. The Woman Problem

July 29, 2012

Elaine makes an announcement to her family; the Hammond men visit a pollster during a spontaneous fishing trip; Garcetti sets in motion a plan that creates tension between Elaine and her longtime mentor; and Susan shares her top-secret story with Alex.

2. Second Time Around

July 22, 2012

Bud is forced to diffuse the Iranian hostage dilemma, thrusting him back in the spotlight and interfering with Douglas' engagement party. Elsewhere, Douglas discovers Elaine's intentions to run for office again; T.J. turns back to old habits and hits a new low.

1. Pilot

July 15, 2012

In the series premiere, secretary of state Elaine Barrish agrees to allow an assertive D.C. journalist, Susan Berg, follow her for the week in an effort to keep a family secret buried. Meanwhile, a hostage crisis in Iran drives Elaine to make a momentous decision for the future of her family and her career.

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Political Animals is a series that ran for 1 seasons (6 episodes) between July 15, 2012 and on USA

Where to Watch Political Animals

Political Animals is available for streaming on the USA website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Political Animals on demand at Apple TV.