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An examination, half a century on from the first director of the FBI's death in office in 1972, of how Hoover's iron grip still permeates contemporary America.

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    8. Shredded

    Thu 23 Jun 2022

    Hoover’s death starts a race to control his secret files. But his power continues.

  • 7. Publish and Be Damned

    Wed 22 Jun 2022

    Hoover begins to lose control of the American narrative.

  • 6. The Break-In

    Tue 21 Jun 2022

    Amateur burglars risk all to go after Hoover’s secrets.

  • 5. "The Most Notorious Liar in the Country”

    Mon 20 Jun 2022

    Martin Luther King Jr crosses Hoover's radar. It doesn't end well.

  • 4. Witches

    Thu 16 Jun 2022

    Hoover fans paranoia as his spy machine goes after communists - real and imagined.

  • 3. Infamy

    Wed 15 Jun 2022

    The Japanese attack Pearl Harbor - an awkward moment for the domestic intelligence chief.

  • 2. G-Men

    Tue 14 Jun 2022

    Hoover takes on legendary gangsters of the 1930s and builds his own myth.

  • 1. The Director Will See You Now

    Mon 13 Jun 2022

    Meet the man who made presidents wait. With Emily Maitlis.

  • Introducing The People vs J Edgar Hoover

    Tue 7 Jun 2022

    In life, Hoover needed no introduction. In death, he needs this series teaser.

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