The President's Mistress
A government courier is caught in a deadly cover-up after discovering that his murdered sister was not only the mistress of a U.S. president, but also a Soviet spy.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young, ambitious woman becomes romantically involved with a married U.S. Senator. As their affair deepens, she finds herself entangled in his political life and the ensuing scandals.
Critical Reception
The made-for-television movie received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often criticized for its melodramatic plot and predictable storyline. Audiences were somewhat more forgiving, drawn by the star power of Victoria Principal and Robert Conrad.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a lack of originality and relies heavily on tired dramatic tropes.
- Performances are adequate but do little to elevate the predictable narrative.
- Considered a typical, albeit somewhat sensationalized, TV romance drama of its era.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'The President's Mistress (1978)' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the newly formed CBS Television Enterprises, aiming to create more sensationalist and controversial programming for the television market.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources