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Season 2 – The Politician

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Wealthy high school student Payton Hobart has known since he was 7 years old that he is going to be the president of the United States. The first step toward that goal is to become his school's student body president. To do that, he will have to navigate the treacherous political landscape of Saint Sebastian High School. Hobart feels he needs to win the election to secure his spot at Harvard and continue on his projected path to success. To achieve his goals, he'll have to outsmart his ruthless classmates without sacrificing his own morality and -- most importantly -- carefully crafted public image.
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Critics Consensus

Shallow and messy, but not in a fun way, The Politician's second term expands its political horizons but doesn't seem to know what to do with them.

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Melanie McFarland Salon.com 06/25/2020
The gloss of The Politician may not compensate for its overall shallowness or the messy pointlessness of its plot, but it does remind us of celebrity's power to persuade us to make foolish decisions, including with our time. Go to Full Review Kathryn VanArendonk New York Magazine/Vulture 06/23/2020
I didn't love the first season, but that kind of emptiness was easier to stomach when it was about a high-school election. Translated into the real world, that kind of farce does not feel fun. Go to Full Review Isobel Lewis Independent (UK) 06/22/2020
4/5
It's good to see Ryan Murphy back at what he does best, garish colours, obnoxious characters, power suits and all. Go to Full Review Federica Bocco The Tempest 08/29/2022
B-
I don’t think The Politician necessarily set out to be an eye-opening show shedding light on the state of American politics for all viewers — if that were the actual aim, it’s way too on the nose of Murphy — but I hope it does. Go to Full Review Hannah Mylrea NME (New Musical Express) 07/08/2021
3/5
With only nine months between seasons, the show could probably have benefited from an extended pre-production phase. It's not a Brexit-level political catastrophe, but it's certainly a ropey second term. Go to Full Review Zehra Phelan 2 Minute Telly 07/08/2020
6/10
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prawnda s @RT72497680 Oct 5 no one likes anything that you do, ryan murphy. stop it. See more Pat B @RT67592582 12/30/2024 Just as no politician ever willingly leaves the stage on top, this was a show that should have ended after Season 1. That was too long, to be fair, but broadly well-executed. But Season 2 is just a stinker. Ben Platt's character makes very little sense by this point, and it was just such a waste of Bette Midler's talents. Very disappointing. Ryan Murphy is such a capable man, but he needs to exercise some proper editorial control as his shows often run way too long, well past the point of enjoyment. See more @RT78447956 05/31/2023 I like this show. I want season 3. See more 08/03/2022 the life lessons are so on point.. the speeches are so heartwarming, they made you understand the basics of every word Payton said, the journey he has been through, and the things he learned made him a better greater person. my fav was eps 6. See more Tiago S @RT73331184 05/02/2022 Nessa última temporada os clichês para agradar o público jovem é evidente, mais uma vez várias histórias quase fazem manchar a imagem do personagem que vai finalmente entrar na política, como a questão da apropriação cultural no qual aparece ele usando uma cocar de índio, e isso retrata na série como se fosse uma grande insulto, enfim pode se perceber que quem vota hoje talvez em grande parte se preocupa com coisas que não se tem grande relevância, e a série é a cara disso. See more tom m @RT96790832 10/25/2021 Continued along the vein of the first season in terms of production & story quality. Entertaining enough. See more Read all reviews
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Ryan Murphy

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Ben Platt

Payton Hobart

Gwyneth Paltrow

Georgina Hobart

Jessica Lange

Dusty Jackson

Judith Light

Dede Standish

Bette Midler

Hadassah Gold

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 19, 2020 New York State of Mind Payton goes to Georgina for help as he debates using his political opponent's love life to score points. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 19, 2020 Conscious Unthroupling Astrid pumps Payton for details about their dalliance; Hadassah hatches a plot to cover up for Dede; McAfee seeks a healthier work-life balance. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 19, 2020 Cancel Culture Payton suffers a credibility crisis over a compromising photograph and scrambles to save his campaign. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 19, 2020 Hail Mary McAfee's sleuthing uncovers an explosive secret; Payton's affairs turn fruitful; Georgina's link to Tino proves problematic. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 19, 2020 The Voters On Election Day, a woman and her daughter argue over whether to vote for Payton or Dede, motiviating each to spend time with their chosen candidate. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 19, 2020 What's in the Box? Due to a ballot-box twist, Payton arrives at a moral and ethical crossroads that may define the rest of his political career -- and his life. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 19, 2020 Election Day With the senate race up for grabs, Payton and Dede gird themselves for an unconventional showdown, but a last-minute decision changes everything. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Ryan Murphy
Executive Producer
Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 19, 2020