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Tyrant

2014–2016·FX·64 min·7.9/10
DramaThriller

Tyrant is a drama that follows a typical American family whose members find themselves embroiled in the geopolitical intrigue of a volatile Middle Eastern country. Barry Al-Fayeed is a California pediatrician who also happens to be the second son of a Middle Eastern dictator. Barry reluctantly agrees to return home with his American family for his nephew's wedding. Events thrust him into the complex and turbulent growing pains of a nation straining to break free from dictatorial rule.

Status
Ended
Language
English
Premiered
June 24, 2014
Ended
September 7, 2016

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