Series synopsis
Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator, also known as Die Wahrheit über Franco is a German documentary television series that premiered on ZDFinfo on November 14, 2017. It ended on November 14, 2017. It stars Francisco Franco, Carmen Franco and María del Carmen Polo Martínez-Valdés.
Using extensive research, this five-part docuseries takes a comprehensive look at Francisco Franco's turbulent, decades-long regime.
Premise
Using extensive research, this five-part docuseries takes a comprehensive look at Francisco Franco's turbulent, decades-long regime.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Francisco Franco as Self (archive footage)
- Carmen Franco as Self
- María del Carmen Polo Martínez-Valdés as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | November 14, 2017 | November 14, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Rise to Power Spain is still haunted by the tyranny of fascist ruler Francisco Franco, one of the most brutal dictators Europe has ever seen. |
November 14, 2017 |
| 2 |
The New Regime Franco names himself the "Caudillo de España" – sovereign leader – and moves his family into the palace. |
November 14, 2017 |
| 3 |
Zero Hour The Second World War ends and allied forces are making definitive choices between democracy's friends — and its foe. |
November 14, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ZDFinfo |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 14, 2017 |
| Last aired | November 14, 2017 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |