Supreme: The Battle for Roe
Supreme: The Battle for Roe
At 26 years old, Sarah Weddington stands in a courtroom for the first time in her life and argues the most explosive case of her era: Roe V. Wade. Supreme tells her unlikely story, as well as that of Justice Harry Blackmun, who’s appointed by Nixon to the High Court at the same time. Sarah and Harry – both new, untested, and scared out of their minds – are on a collision course. She struggles to o…Social links:
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Ep 10: Bonus - The Conversation
Series Creator Aaron Tracy speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Linda Greenhouse, who reported on the Supreme Court for The New York Times for 30 years.
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Ep 09: The Most Controversial Man in America
Harry is forced to become what he most detests, leading to a momentous decision, and the termination of a lifelong friendship. Sarah breaks another record.
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Ep 08: When Harry Met Sarah
After two emotional confrontations, Harry begins to make up his mind.
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Ep 07: Marble Palace
Sarah becomes the youngest woman in history to argue in the Supreme Court. A controversial decision by Warren puts Harry in an uncomfortable position. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Justice Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Cady: Ashley Eskew Deb: Andrea Savage …
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Ep 06: Son Of A Traveling Salesman
Sarah returns home in an attempt to reclaim her role. She reveals a shocking secret. Harry also travels home to reckon with an impossible question. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Caregiver: Ese Atawo Charlie: Charlie B. Foster Dottie Blackmun: Fe…
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Ep 05: Good For The Brief
Forced to take a step back from the case, Sarah is confronted with the flesh and blood people she's fighting for. She makes a crucial decision. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Deb: Andrea Savage Annette: Jenn Colella Dr. Kaplan: Tirzah Mannes Fli…
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Ep 04: Bright And Shiny Object
Sarah moves with Linda and Ron to New York City to prepare for the biggest fight of their lives. She soon discovers a traitor in their midst. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Linda Coffee: Abigail Breslin Warren Burger: William Fichtner Cady: Ashley …
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Ep 03: Genteel Southern Ladies
Sarah and Linda experience disheartening setbacks before receiving some very surprising news. Harry's relationship with Warren becomes strained. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage William Brennan: Aaron Tracy …
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Ep 02: This Is What A Courtroom Looks Like
In Dallas, Sarah goes before a judge for the first time, joining forces with an important ally. Harry struggles inside the D.C. political machine. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage Dottie Blackmun: Felicity Huf…
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Ep 01: Swinging A Bat
Sarah is rejected for a job by countless Texas law firms, so she sets out to create her own opportunity. Meanwhile, in St. Paul, Harry is tortured by the offer of a lifetime. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage …
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