Blake Fleetwood

Tracing the dramatic and controversial rise of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., FRONTLINE examines how the scion of a storied dynasty endured tragedy and scandal, broke with the Democratic Party and his family, stoked conspiracy theories, and is reshaping government and public health.

This gripping documentary chronicles the extraordinary journey of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., from a childhood shaped by political legacy and profound loss to his battles with addiction and ultimate redemption. Through candid interviews and rare archival footage, the film explores how Kennedy transformed personal pain into purpose, becoming a fierce environmental advocate and legal warrior against corporate polluters, all while grappling with the weight of his family’s storied past.