In 1979 Irish Minister for Health, Charles J. Haughey confounds his critics and succeeds in his bid to become Taoiseach, championed by a close circle of allies.

Rise

In 1982, Charles J Haughey seizes his opportunity to regain power and to lead Ireland onto the stage of World politics - but domestic complications conspire to bring him down.

GUBU

It's 1989 and Charles J Haughey has been leading Ireland for a few years but the majority he has always craved remains elusive. A bid for absolute power and a fitting legacy leaves him exposed as his enemies circle.

Fall

The political and personal life of Charlie Haughey during his time in office.

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Season 1

Rise

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/2015

GUBU

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2015

Fall

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2015