Senator Edward (Ted) Kennedy’s passing on August 25, 2009 marked the end of an era.  This two-part American Experience documentary explores the triumphs, tragedies, scandals and political impact of the Kennedy dynasty. Weaving together interviews with the Kennedys themselves, analysis of prominent scholars, primary video footage and images, The Kennedys portrays the complex, sometimes conflicted family that has helped shape American politics for 6 decades.

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