TV series
The Dictator's Playbook
2018, English, on PBS. Created by Mark Stevenson.
Learn how six dictators, from Mussolini to Saddam Hussein, shaped the 20th century. How did they seize and lose power? What forces were against them? Learn the answers in these six immersive hours, each a revealing portrait of brutality and power.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 54 min
- Status
- Ended in 2018
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The Dictator's Playbook is streaming on PBS, PBS Documentaries, and Thirteen in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E6: Idi Amin
Aired 7 July 2018
Seasons 1
Details
- First aired
- 2 June 2018
- Last aired
- 7 July 2018
- Network
- PBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- NR
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The Dictator's Playbook: quick answers
Is The Dictator's Playbook worth watching?
The Dictator's Playbook doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The Dictator's Playbook are there?
The Dictator's Playbook has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 54 minutes each.
Is The Dictator's Playbook finished?
Yes. The Dictator's Playbook ended in 2018, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Dictator's Playbook on?
The Dictator's Playbook is streaming on PBS, PBS Documentaries, and Thirteen in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
The Dictator's Playbook parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dictator's Playbook is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Dictator's Playbook?
If you liked The Dictator's Playbook, try American Experience, American Masters, Top Gear.
Who created The Dictator's Playbook?
The Dictator's Playbook was created by Mark Stevenson and stars Tim Beckmann.