Gaslit
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on June 12, 2022 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 8 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Apr 24, 2022 | ||
| E2 | May 01, 2022 | ||
| E3 | May 08, 2022 | ||
| E4 | May 15, 2022 | ||
| E5 | May 22, 2022 | ||
| E6 | May 29, 2022 | ||
| E7 | Jun 05, 2022 | ||
| E8 | Jun 12, 2022 |
Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type:
Limited SeriesGaslit is a standalone Limited Series that concluded its 8-episode run in June 2022. This high-stakes political thriller reimagines the Watergate scandal through the lens of untold stories and forgotten characters, specifically Martha Mitchell. Anchored by powerhouse performances from Julia Roberts and Sean Penn, the production captures the paranoia and absurdity of the Nixon era with cinematic precision. Based on the acclaimed Slow Burn podcast, the narrative provides a definitive and self-contained exploration of whistleblowing and political corruption. Its prestige status was solidified by multiple Primetime Emmy nominations, including recognition for its exceptional period makeup and production design. The series remains a complete historical artifact, offering a finite conclusion to one of American history's most volatile chapters.
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Why Watch:
"Discover how this STARZ limited series reclaimed the narrative of the Watergate scandal through the lens of Martha Mitchell."Series Analysis:
Gaslit arrived as a bold reimagining of the Watergate scandal, shifting the spotlight away from traditional investigative heroes toward the marginalized figures who first sounded the alarm. By centering on Martha Mitchell, the series challenged historical erasure and highlighted the personal cost of political dissent. Julia Roberts delivered a powerhouse performance that captured the isolation of a woman dismissed by the very establishment she sought to protect. The show’s legacy lies in its refusal to treat history as a dry sequence of events, instead presenting a chaotic study of ego and institutional rot. It remains a vital piece of television that humanizes the whistleblowers often lost in the shadows of power. Set a reminder for your news alerts just in case of future revivals or spin-offs.Tone: Sophisticated historical analysis with a focus on political performance and revisionist storytelling. Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
STARZ -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2022 - 2022 -
Genre:
Mini-Series, Drama -
Rating:
TV-MA