Series synopsis
The White House is an American drama television series that premiered on Fox Nation on February 6, 2026. It was created by Jim Greayer, Hereward Pelling. It stars Mark Gillis, Russell Bentley, Gemma Acosta and Dajay Brown.
American history through the lens of its most iconic residence, transforming its four walls into a volatile stage where ambition, betrayal, romance, and rivalry collide behind closed doors.
Premise
American history through the lens of its most iconic residence, transforming its four walls into a volatile stage where ambition, betrayal, romance, and rivalry collide behind closed doors.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Mark Gillis as Thomas Jefferson
- Russell Bentley as James Madison
- Gemma Acosta as Dolley Madison
- Dajay Brown as John Freeman
- Robert Jack as James T. Callender
- Alex Brockdorff as Meriwether Lewis
- Mercer Boffey as Henry Clay
- Andrew-Lee Potts as Aaron Burr
Supporting cast
- Leah Haile as Sally Hemings
- Kosha Engler as Abigail Adams
- Gavin Mitchell as John Adams
- Lisa Jackson as Elizabeth Merry
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | February 6, 2026 | February 27, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Under This Roof In a half-built mansion surrounded by mud and mosquitoes, President John Adams struggles to govern a fledgling nation. As personal tragedy and public scandal collide, Vice President Thomas Jefferson quietly wages a ruthless smear campaign. With his presidency under siege, Adams faces heartbreak at home and betrayal in office. |
February 6, 2026 |
| 2 |
Friends Disunited The Adams marriage strains under the weight of politics and ambition. Jefferson and Burr plot their path to power-only to see their alliance begin to unravel. Scandal dominates, a bitter election pits former friends against one another. |
February 6, 2026 |
| 3 |
Stuck in the Middle Jefferson now president, Washington is transformed. Tensions rise, whispers of blackmail spread, and a dangerous secret from Jefferson's private life threatens. Abroad, American ships face deadly threats as the Barbary Wars escalate. |
February 13, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Fox Nation |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 6, 2026 |
| Last aired | February 27, 2026 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday |