The Radical Story of Patty Hearst
Follow the transformation of Patty Hearst from heiress to terrorist in a saga of privilege, celebrity, politics, media, revolution, and violence. Over forty years later, newly discovered evidence, archival footage, cinematic recreations and exclusive firsthand accounts shed light on one of the biggest and most bizarre stories in modern American history.
Cast: Caroline Helander, Cliff Kammerdiener, Brent A. Riggs
Season 1
6 episodes
1. Part One: The KidnappingPatty Hearst, the 19-year-old daughter of one of the richest and most powerful families in the country and granddaughter of media magnate William Randolph Hearst, is kidnapped and held hostage by a mysterious revolutionary group called the Symbionese Liberation Army.TV-PGCC42minJun 26, 2018- 2. Part Two: The CaptiveThe lines between captivity and combat are blurred when Patty Hearst announces to the world she has joined the Symbionese Liberation Army.TV-PGCC42minJul 3, 2018
3. Part Three: The RobberyPatty Hearst becomes a living symbol of revolution for radical groups.TV-PGCC42minJul 10, 2018- 4. Part Four: The Lost YearPatty refuses to go home and the SLA redefines their hate for capitalism with aim at the police.TV-PGCC42minJul 17, 2018
- 5. Part Five: The ConversionThe SLA literally and figuratively goes up in flames soon after being captured by the FBI.TV-PGCC42minJul 24, 2018
- 6. Part Six: The VerdictFrom American heiress to American terrorist and back, Patty uses Hearst PR to rebuild her image and regain public trust.TV-PGCC42minJul 31, 2018
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The Radical Story of Patty Hearst
Follow the transformation of Patty Hearst from heiress to terrorist in a saga of privilege, celebrity, politics, media, revolution, and violence. Over forty years later, newly discovered evidence, archival footage, cinematic recreations and exclusive firsthand accounts shed light on one of the biggest and most bizarre stories in modern American history.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Jeffrey Toobin, Lizzie Fox, Pat Kondelis, Marla Quintana
- Cast
- Caroline Helander, Cliff Kammerdiener, Brent A. Riggs, Mckenna Marmolejo, Patricia Hearst, Alycya Magana
- Studio
- Bat Bridge Entertainment
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
