Political Animals

Editor Reviews

• Uma Sanderson

  Rating: 6

  6

  May 10, 2025

  This limited series centers on the Hammond family, led by Elaine Barrish, the divorced former First Lady and current Secretary of State. Sound familiar? It offers a fascinating look into the personal and political lives of a powerful family, dealing with public scrutiny, internal conflicts, and international crises. Sigourney Weaver is superb as Elaine Barrish, navigating the demanding world of politics while grappling with her family's issues. The show is a blend of family drama and political intrigue, offering a peek behind the curtain of Washington power dynamics, much like the inner workings explored in Scandal.