American Prince: JFK Jr.: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

The remarkable life and enduring legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. are explored in this three-part CNN Original Series. American Prince: JFK Jr. traces his early years marked by his father's assassination and the societal and familial pressures to carry the Kennedy torch, through his decision to create George, a new kind of political magazine within the rapidly evolving media landscape of the 90s. It also reveals the love story he shared with Carolyn Bessette, which was relentlessly targeted by media attention. From his charmed early years to his untimely death, this is the untold story of one of America's most iconic and beloved figures.

Series details

• Title: American Prince: JFK Jr.
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Genres: History
• Premiere date: 2025-08-09
• Final broadcast date listed: 2025-08-23
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: CNN
• Network country: United States
• Typical episode runtime: 60 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 84439
• IMDb ID: tt36769391
• TVDB ID: 463205

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2025-08-09; final listed air date 2025-08-23; episode order: 3.

Source and licence

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