The Runner-Up
Series Overview
An exclusive, all-access look at one of the most unique political campaigns of the 2014 mid-term elections - the improbable Congressional run of American Idol star Clay Aiken.
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
43 min per episode
2015 – 2015
Premiered: Tue, Apr 7, 2015
Simon ChinnLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “I Approve This Message”
The series concludes with Clay agreeing to go negative in his campaign after a heated discussion with his staff, but the move backfires.
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Simon Chinn, Jonathan Chinn
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What is The Runner-Up about?
An exclusive, all-access look at one of the most unique political campaigns of the 2014 mid-term elections - the improbable Congressional run of American Idol star Clay Aiken.
How many seasons does The Runner-Up have?
The Runner-Up comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Runner-Up?
Key cast members in The Runner-Up include Clay Aiken.
Who created or directed The Runner-Up?
The Runner-Up was developed and directed by Simon Chinn, Jonathan Chinn.