Captains and the Kings

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NBC's First Mini-Series Event - Starring Richard Jordan in his Golden Globe Award-Winning RoleThe Rags to Riches Story of an American Dynasty - Based on the Best-Selling Novel by Taylor CaldwellWinner of Two Emmy Awards including Outstanding Lead Actress (Patty Duke) and CinematographyDetermined to create a better life for his family, Joseph Armagh (Richard Jordan), a penniless Irish immigrant, comes to America in the mid-19th century. Through struggle, heartache and ruthless perseverance, he becomes one of the richest and most powerful men in the country. But fortune has its price as Joseph's arrogance and obsession to have his son Rory (Perry King) elected president ultimately lead to his downfall. DVD EXTRA: Exclusive Interview with Blair Brown