The Politician
“We promise you bi partisanship.”
Series Overview
Payton has known since childhood that he's going to be president. First he'll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape: high school.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 15 Episodes
60 min per episode
2019 – 2020
Premiered: Fri, Sep 27, 2019
Ian Brennan
Ryan Murphy
Brad FalchukLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 7: “Election Day”
With the senate race up for grabs, Payton and Dede prepare for an unconventional showdown, but a last-minute decision suddenly changes everything.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ian Brennan, Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Politician
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What is The Politician about?
Payton has known since childhood that he's going to be president. First he'll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape: high school.
How many seasons does The Politician have?
The Politician comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Politician?
Key cast members in The Politician include Ben Platt, Judith Light, Lucy Boynton, Zoey Deutch, Julia Schlaepfer.
Who created or directed The Politician?
The Politician was developed and directed by Ian Brennan, Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk.