
TV series
Deception
2016, English.
Recounts and analyses great lies that have changed the course of history. An illuminating examination of wide scale disinformation and cunning deceptions with serious geopolitical, historic and human consequences. Between an investigation and a forensic analysis. The biggest bluffs in our history. Deceitful politicians may escape scrutiny by claiming that truths are false, falsehoods are true, and in any case nothing can be proved. Deception is a documentary series, which recounts and analyse great lies that have changed the course of history. Between an investigation and a forensic analysis, each film is presented like a political thriller, and deciphers each step of a particular brainwashing operation that had a dramatic historical impact, questioning the motives and strategies of the different parties involved. Comprehensive hoaxes that changed the face of the world. Produced by Sunset Presse with CNC, France 5/France Televisions and Al Jazeera Media Network
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- 54 min
- Status
- Ended in 2016
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Latest episode
S1 E4: Killing Gaddafi!
Aired 9 October 2016
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Details
- First aired
- 18 September 2016
- Last aired
- 9 October 2016
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Documentary
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Deception: quick answers
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How many seasons of Deception are there?
Deception has 1 season and 4 episodes, about 54 minutes each.
Is Deception finished?
Yes. Deception ended in 2016, so you can watch the whole story.
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