The Plot Against America
An alternate American history told through the eyes of a working-class Jewish family in New Jersey, as they watch the political rise of Charles Lindbergh, an aviator-hero and xenophobic populist, who becomes president and turns the nation toward fascism.
Overview
An alternate American history told through the eyes of a working-class Jewish family in New Jersey, as they watch the political rise of Charles Lindbergh, an aviator-hero and xenophobic populist, who becomes president and turns the nation toward fascism.
Susan Goldberg
Creator / EP
Claire Shanley
Producer
Episodes
1. Part 1
Herman looks to move the family to a new neighborhood, as Bess worries about leaving their tight-knit Jewish community.
2. Part 2
Bengelsdorf, with Evelyn as his assistant, becomes a fundamental asset in the Lindbergh camp.
3. Part 3
The family endures a trip to D.C., despite Bess' desire to visit Canada, where many frightened Jewish families are moving.
Cast & Crew
Winona Ryder
Evelyn Finkel
John Turturro
Rabbi Lionel Bengelsdorf
Zoe Kazan
Bess Finkel
Morgan Spector
Herman Levin
Anthony Boyle
Alvin Levin
Azhy Robertson
Philip Levin
