January 8th, 1965- July 23rd, 1965 (ABC)

This series traces the career of Franklin Delano Roosevelt  drawing on such sources as films, personal papers, recordings, and comments of friends, political associates, and critics. The late Eleanor Roosevelt acted as a consultant for the series, which was co-produced by the creators of "Winston Churchill: The Valiant Years." Music composed and conducted by Alex North. Tonight: Part 1, "The Making Of A Man," covers FDR's pre-presidential years. Arthur Kennedy narrates and Charlton Heston reads from the President's writings.   

Series debut.