Mr. President
Mr. President

Mr. President

1988TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

Mr. President is a United States television series starring George C. Scott that premiered on May 3, 1987. It was part of the Fox Broadcasting Company's premiere season of prime time entertainment, alongside Married... With Children, The Tracey Ullman Show, and Duet.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: VariousGenres: Comedy, Drama, Political

Plot Summary

This series follows the tumultuous life of a newly elected U.S. President and his family as they navigate the challenges of the White House. It explores the personal sacrifices and public pressures that come with the nation's highest office. The show delves into political maneuvering, family dynamics, and the moral dilemmas faced by those in power.

Critical Reception

Mr. President received a mixed to negative reception during its brief run. While some praised its attempt to explore the human side of the presidency, many critics found the storylines to be unrealistic and the characters underdeveloped. It struggled to find a consistent audience and was canceled after only one season.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacked compelling narratives and character development.
  • Felt like a superficial portrayal of the presidency.
  • Failed to capture the attention of viewers or critics.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Mr. President (1988)' is largely unavailable. Given its short run and critical reception, it did not generate significant widespread audience discussion or reviews that are easily quantifiable.

Fun Fact

Despite starring John Travolta, who was at a career resurgence point with 'Look Who's Talking' releasing the following year, the show did not manage to gain traction with audiences or critics.

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