| The First Lady | |
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| Created by | Aaron Cooley |
| Directed by | Susanne Bier |
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| Music by | Geoff Zanelli |
| Opening theme | "This Land Is Your Land" by Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
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| Cinematography | Amir Mokri |
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| Running time | 55–57 minutes |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Showtime |
| Release | April 17 – June 19, 2022 |
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The First Lady[1] is an American anthology drama television series created by Aaron Cooley which premiered on Showtime on April 17, 2022.[2] It stars Michelle Pfeiffer, Viola Davis, and Gillian Anderson, among others, and portrays life and family events of three First Ladies of the United States: Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford, and Michelle Obama. The series received mixed reviews, with praise for Pfeiffer's and Anderson's performances, as well as the costuming, set design, and themes, but criticism for its pacing, plot, and Davis's performance.[3][4] In August 2022, the series was canceled after one season.[5]
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 21, 2021). "Michelle Pfeiffer To Star As Betty Ford In 'The First Lady', Susanne Bier To Direct Showtime Anthology Series". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on January 21, 2021. Retrieved January 21, 2021.
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- ^ "Viola Davis responds to critics of her Michelle Obama portrayal". BBC News. April 25, 2022. Archived from the original on September 13, 2022. Retrieved September 13, 2022.
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