Watergate

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BBC Two

The full story of the Watergate scandal. In 1974, Richard Nixon, brought down by the Watergate scandal, became the only US president ever to resign.

Break-In: Episode Image
Episode 1Break-In

In 1972, a break-in at the Democratic Party's headquarters sparks the Watergate scandal.

Cover-Up: Episode Image
Episode 2Cover-Up

The break-in at the Democratic Party's headquarters is foiled, and the cover-up begins. Contains some strong language.

Scapegoat: Episode Image
Episode 3Scapegoat

Nixon's adviser, John Dean, decides to turn state's evidence.

Massacre: Episode Image
Episode 4Massacre

President Nixon demands that special prosecutor Archibald Cox be fired.

Impeachment: Episode Image
Episode 5Impeachment

President Nixon clings on to the White House despite the mounting evidence against him.

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